Defense attorneys for the singer D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, are examining the methods used by law enforcement to test evidence found in his home. This scrutiny occurred during the third day of a hearing aimed at determining whether he will stand trial for charges of murder and child sexual abuse. Prosecutors allege that D4vd fatally stabbed 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez last year to prevent her from revealing the sexual nature of their relationship as his music career was gaining traction.
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D4vd's Defense Attorneys Question Evidence Testing in Murder Case Hearing
During a hearing to decide if singer D4vd will stand trial for murder and child sexual abuse, his defense attorneys questioned the LAPD's testing of evidence found in his home. Prosecutors claim he fatally stabbed a 14-year-old girl to prevent her from exposing their relationship.
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