Archive · 24 Jul 2026
DNA Links D4vd to Slain Teen
A DNA expert testified that DNA found in D4vd's garage matches Celeste Rivas Hernandez, a 14-year-old girl he is accused of killing.
Prosecutors say he killed her after she threatened to reveal their secret relationship.
The defense argues that the DNA could have been transferred and may not necessarily be from blood.
The trial is ongoing to decide if D4vd will stand trial for murder and other charges.
DNA evidence from D4vd's garage matches Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
Prosecutors allege D4vd killed Celeste after she threatened to expose their relationship.
Defense argues DNA could have been transferred and may not be from blood.
Body was found in the trunk of D4vd's Tesla about 4.5 months after the incident.
D4vd's lawyers are questioning the extent of DNA testing conducted by the prosecution.
- Who
- D4vd (real name: Burke) and Celeste Rivas Hernandez
- What
- D4vd is accused of murdering and dismembering Celeste Rivas Hernandez
- When
- The incident occurred on April 23, 2025, and the body was found about 4.5 months later
- Where
- D4vd's Hollywood home and the Tesla car
- Why
- Prosecutors allege Celeste threatened to reveal their sexual relationship and ruin his career
Prosecution
Defense
DNA Evidence
Prosecution
DNA evidence strongly matches Celeste Rivas Hernandez, proving her presence in D4vd's garage.
Defense
DNA could have been transferred and may not necessarily be from blood.
Testing Methods
Prosecution
Prosecution believes the DNA testing methods were sufficient and conclusive.
Defense
Defense argues more DNA testing should have been conducted on various items.
- Victim
- Celeste Rivas Hernandez
- Defendant
- D4vd (real name: Burke)
- Charges
- Murder, sexual abuse of a child, mutilation of a body
- Location
- D4vd's Hollywood home
- DNA Match Probability
- One septillion times more likely to be Celeste's DNA
- Date of Incident
- April 23, 2025
- Body Discovery
- Found in the trunk of D4vd's Tesla about 4.5 months later