During singer D4vd's preliminary hearing, new forensic evidence was presented, including testimony on the poor condition of Celeste Rivas' clothing, findings of decomposition smell and air fresheners in his Tesla, and possible blood in his Hollywood Hills garage. The court also heard about D4vd's $2.77 million earnings in 2025.
During D4vd's preliminary hearing, Celeste Rivas' family lawyer, Patrick Steinfeld, described crime scene photos as "gruesome" and "disturbing," causing Rivas' mother to cry. D4vd has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and other charges, including mutilation of a human body, as the case proceeds.
During singer D4vd's preliminary hearing, Celeste Rivas' family lawyer, Patrick Steinfeld, described crime scene photos as "gruesome" and deeply distressing for the family, causing Celeste's mother to cry throughout. D4vd has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and other charges, with allegations including luring Rivas to his Hollywood Hills home, killing her, and dismembering her body.
Singer D4vd has asked a Los Angeles judge to allow him to appear without handcuffs during his preliminary hearing for the first-degree murder of Celeste Rivas. His lawyer cites good behavior in previous appearances, while prosecutors prepare to present evidence, including DNA and surveillance, to advance the case to trial.
Singer-songwriter David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, faces a preliminary hearing in Los Angeles for the murder and sexual abuse of 13-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors allege Burke killed Hernandez to silence her about their sexual relationship, then dismembered her body.
Conservative commentator Candace Owens is under fire from fellow right-wing figures for questioning the prosecution's case against Tyler Robinson, accused of murdering Charlie Kirk. Critics accuse Owens of aiding Robinson's defense by casting doubt on evidence, sparking a public dispute among conservative media personalities.
Tyler Robinson, 23, accused of murdering Charlie Kirk, told his roommate Lance Twiggs he 'wished he hadn’t done it' after the shooting, according to court testimony. Evidence presented included video interviews and text messages.
Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, is asking a Utah judge to allow open courtroom display of all evidence related to her husband's killing, fearing conspiracy theories. The request comes during a preliminary hearing for alleged murderer Tyler Robinson.
Candace Owens is questioning the timeline of Charlie Kirk's fatal shooting, citing Ben Shapiro's comments about receiving updates from Kirk's security team while Kirk was being transported to the hospital. Owens has challenged TPUSA executive Andrew Kolvet and has not presented independent evidence beyond timestamps and text exchanges.
The preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, accused of murdering activist Charlie Kirk, continues with defense attorneys challenging DNA evidence linking Robinson to the suspected murder weapon. Prosecutors aim to prove sufficient evidence for trial, with the judge to decide if the case proceeds.
A court heard details of Tyler Robinson's alleged movements on the Utah Valley University campus before and after the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Evidence presented included surveillance footage showing Robinson on campus hours before the attack, interacting with Kirk's staff, and returning later. Defense lawyers are challenging the evidence, seeking to exclude it and remove the death penalty option.
Prosecutors presented new surveillance footage showing Tyler Robinson, accused of killing Charlie Kirk, running across a rooftop after the fatal shooting at Utah Valley University. The hearing will determine if there's enough evidence for Robinson to stand trial.
Utah prosecutors presented video evidence Tuesday showing suspect Tyler James Robinson allegedly on the Utah Valley University campus and on a rooftop before conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was fatally shot. Robinson, 23, is charged with aggravated murder and faces the death penalty.
Tyler Robinson, 23, faces a preliminary hearing in Utah for the aggravated murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Prosecutors presented graphic videos and evidence, seeking the death penalty, while defense attorneys challenged some findings.
Tyler Robinson, 23, returned to court Tuesday for a preliminary hearing in the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Prosecutors presented evidence, including a note and texts allegedly from Robinson, aiming to send him to trial for aggravated murder. The hearing is the most detailed public presentation of the case so far, with prosecutors seeking the death penalty.
Tyler Robinson's preliminary hearing in the Charlie Kirk murder case began under heavy security. Kirk's family requested privacy, while Candace Owens posted a defiant message. The hearing will determine if there's enough evidence for a trial.
The family of US conservative activist Charlie Kirk faced his alleged killer, Tyler Robinson, in a preliminary hearing in Utah. Robinson, 23, is charged with aggravated murder for Kirk's fatal shooting on September 10, 2025, at Utah Valley University, with prosecutors seeking the death penalty.
Candace Owens criticized the preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, charged in Charlie Kirk's assassination, calling it a "show trial." She questioned evidence admissibility and the defense's ability to cross-examine witnesses, while also referencing Erika Kirk's emotions. The Utah hearing aims to determine if Robinson will face a full trial.
Charlie Kirk's widow and parents will attend a preliminary hearing in Utah this week where prosecutors will argue for the death penalty against the man accused of his murder. Defendant Tyler Robinson, 23, faces aggravated murder charges for the September 10 shooting.
Charlie Kirk's widow and parents are expected in a Utah court this week for a preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, charged with the conservative activist's murder. Prosecutors will argue there's enough evidence for a trial and to seek the death penalty.
Singer D4vd, legal name David Anthony Burke, is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez to prevent her from revealing an alleged sexual relationship. Burke has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder charges.
Russia's Second Western District Military Court will try former UK Defense Secretary Ben Wallace in absentia on charges of inciting terrorism online. The court received the case materials and will determine the trial procedure and date for the first hearing.
A Utah judge denied a defense request to compel a former roommate to testify in person at a preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, charged in the murder of Charlie Kirk. Judge Tony Graf ruled that credibility challenges are for trial, not preliminary hearings. A decision on sanctions against prosecutors for public comments on ballistics evidence was delayed.
The Amsterdam Court of Appeal denied Quincy Promes' defense request for a psychiatric examination. Promes, formerly of Spartak Moscow, is appealing convictions for knife attack and drug smuggling. He was extradited from the UAE to the Netherlands in June 2024.
