Judge rules singer D4vd must stand trial in killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
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A California judge ruled that singer D4vd must stand trial for the murder and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, along with charges of continuous sexual abuse. The decision followed a five-day preliminary hearing in which prosecutors presented evidence. Authorities allege the victim had threatened to expose their relationship and ruin D4vd's career. The case has drawn significant attention due to the age of the victim and the nature of the accusations.
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Judge Charlaine Olmedo ruled on Monday.
Judge Charlaine Olmedo decided the evidence provided probable cause for a trial on charges of murder and continuous sexual abuse of a child under the age of 14.
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Authorities said the victim had threatened to expose their relationship and end D4vd's career.
South China Morning Post- Judge Charlaine Olmedo ruled on Monday.
- Preliminary hearing spanned five days.
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Loaded language removedA judge ruled on Monday that there is enough evidence to put singer D4vd on trial in the killing and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez after, authorities said, she had threatened to expose their relationship and end his career.
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Authorities said the victim had threatened to expose their relationship and end D4vd's career.
South China Morning PostThe preliminary hearing spanned five days.
South China Morning PostJudge Charlaine Olmedo decided the evidence provided probable cause for a trial on charges of murder and continuous sexual abuse of a child under the age of 14.
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