S3 Ep399: D4vd Finally Charged With Murder

Crime Weekly News delivers a pivotal update on the case of David D4VD (David Anthony Burke), who has finally been charged with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, along with counts of repeated sexual abuse of a minor and mutilation of human remains. The charges follow months of speculation and investigation, with prosecutors alleging that Burke murdered Celeste on April 23, 2025, after a year-long pattern of abuse beginning on her 13th birthday. The district attorney’s office cites physical, forensic, and digital evidence, including testimony from a close associate arrested in January 2026, as key to the case. The episode explores the timeline of events, the motive—protecting Burke’s rising music career—and the legal strategy likely to unfold, including potential motions to suppress evidence and a possible plea deal to avoid a high-profile trial. The hosts express skepticism about Burke’s innocence, emphasizing the gravity of the charges and the need for justice for Celeste and her family. They also highlight the broader implications of the case, including the potential exposure of other victims and the accountability of those who aided in covering up the crime.