Los Angeles Singer Accused in Teen’s Killing; Murder Trial Pending
5 days ago
A 21-year-old Los Angeles man identified as a singer, David, has been charged in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, according to court records and prosecutors.
Authorities allege the defendant fatally stabbed the teenager and later took steps to conceal her remains. Prosecutors say the incident was connected to an alleged personal relationship between the two and a dispute over the victim’s intent to disclose that relationship.
Court filings state investigators later recovered evidence related to the case. Prosecutors allege the actions were intended to prevent the victim from speaking publicly about the relationship.
David has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder charges and is currently awaiting trial.
The case remains under investigation.
Authorities allege the defendant fatally stabbed the teenager and later took steps to conceal her remains. Prosecutors say the incident was connected to an alleged personal relationship between the two and a dispute over the victim’s intent to disclose that relationship.
Court filings state investigators later recovered evidence related to the case. Prosecutors allege the actions were intended to prevent the victim from speaking publicly about the relationship.
David has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder charges and is currently awaiting trial.
The case remains under investigation.
