Singer David Anthony Burke entered not guilty pleas to first-degree murder, sexual abuse of a minor, and mutilation of human remains. He was ordered held without bail.
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Singer D4vd, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, pleaded not guilty Monday to the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez in a Los Angeles courtroom. Burke appeared before a judge hours after the District Attorney's Office formally charged him in connection with the death.
Burke entered not guilty pleas to first-degree murder with special circumstances, including lying in wait, committing the crime for financial gain, and murdering a witness to an investigation. He also pleaded not guilty to charges of lewd and lascivious sexual acts with a person under 14 years old and the unlawful mutilation of human remains.
Burke's attorney, Blair Berk, entered the pleas on his behalf and reiterated claims of innocence. "We believe the actual evidence will show David Burke did not murder Celeste Rivas Hernandez," Berk said. "We would like to have the evidence come into the light of day."
At the conclusion of the hearing, the judge ordered Burke to be held without bail. Berk requested that a preliminary evidentiary hearing be scheduled as soon as possible, citing Burke's entitlement to such a hearing under law. The defense strategy appears aimed at forcing prosecutors to present their case while the investigation remains ongoing, potentially resulting in dismissal if evidence and witnesses are not ready.
Lead prosecutor Beth Silverman indicated willingness to proceed with the hearing. Burke was arrested several days before his court appearance Monday.
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