A judge in Los Angeles has ordered that American singer‑percussionist D4vd face a murder trial over the death of 14‑year‑old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
The ruling came after a five‑day preliminary hearing in which prosecutors presented a dozen witnesses and extensive photographic evidence linking D4vd to the crime.
D4vd, who coined his stage name from the Spanish word for "to swim," has long been a rising star in the U.S. indie‑pop scene.
The case has shocked the music community and raised questions about the intersection of fame, legal responsibility, and youth safety.
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