Rising R&B artist David Anthony Burke held with out bail in Los Angeles

David Anthony Burke, the rising R&B artist generally known as D4vd, was arrested Thursday in Los Angeles on a homicide cost linked to the demise of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose physique was found inside a automotive trunk greater than seven months in the past.

Burke, 21, is being held with out bail as prosecutors transfer ahead with the case. No court docket date has been introduced.

The Los Angeles Police Division confirmed the arrest however has not publicly detailed what led investigators to Burke or what proof linked him to Hernandez’s demise. Authorities have additionally not disclosed the character of any relationship between the 2, nor whether or not extra suspects are being sought. The investigation stays energetic.

Hernandez’s demise drew quick concern when her physique was first found beneath the circumstances reported on the time. Thursday’s arrest is the primary main improvement in a case that had gone unresolved for the higher a part of a yr.

Burke had been constructing momentum within the R&B house previous to his arrest. His profession standing is now unsure as authorized proceedings start.

Prosecutors are reviewing proof gathered by investigators. Further particulars are anticipated to be launched because the case develops.

Associated