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D4vd in court: Preliminary hearing begins in gruesome Hollywood Hills murder case
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by KTBC , FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
A critical, multi-day preliminary hearing begins Tuesday to determine if singer David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, will stand trial for the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
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The preliminary hearing for David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, has significant implications for the Travis County community, where the case will be closely watched. As the hearing unfolds, local residents will be looking for signs of how the prosecution plans to build its case against the singer. The fact that the hearing is expected to span multiple days suggests a complex and potentially contentious process. Given the severity of the charges, the community will be eager to see how the court navigates the evidence and determines whether there is sufficient cause to proceed to trial. The case has already drawn widespread attention, and the outcome of this hearing will be crucial in determining the next steps for all parties involved. As the case moves forward, it will be important to monitor how local law enforcement and the court system handle the high-profile nature of the defendant and the tragic circumstances of the crime.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
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