In a Los Angeles courtroom, lawyers for D4vd (real name David Anthony Burke) began showing glimpses into their defense strategy Thursday, pressing police on why they didn't conduct more DNA testing on items found in the singer's home and in his car that authorities said were used in the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Associated Press.
The questioning came on the trial date of July 21, 2026. The lawyers questioned why police didn't test more DNA samples on chainsaws and other items in the vehicle. They argued that the police investigation was insufficient.
Celeste Rivas Hernandez's body was found in April 2026 inside a vehicle owned by D4vd. The singer has been charged in connection with her death. The trial continues.