The criminal case against D4vd just took a darker turn inside a Los Angeles courtroom.
During a status hearing on April 23, 2026, prosecutors claimed the singer’s iPhone contained a “significant amount” of child sexual abuse material, adding a disturbing new layer to an already high-profile murder case.
The hearing comes exactly one year after prosecutors allege he killed 14-year-old Celeste Rivas.
D4vd, who has pleaded not guilty, appeared in court wearing a jail-issued outfit, responding briefly to the judge as proceedings moved forward. His preliminary hearing is now set for May 1, where prosecutors are expected to begin laying out key evidence.
So far, the case is escalating fast.
Prosecutors revealed they used a wiretap during the investigation and that three separate grand juries have been involved. However, the defense, led by attorney Blair Berk, pushed back, arguing that key evidence has not yet been fully turned over.
The timeline is tightening.
The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office says it is ready to proceed and aims to bring the case to trial within 60 days, signaling urgency in moving forward.
The charges themselves are severe.
D4vd faces murder, along with allegations of lewd acts involving a minor under 14 and mutilation of a human body. Prosecutors claim the victim was killed with a sharp instrument, citing findings from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner that point to multiple penetrating injuries.
They also allege the case involves a prolonged attempt to conceal the crime.
According to prosecutors, the victim’s remains were stored for months inside a vehicle, intensifying the gravity of the accusations.
It is important to note that these claims are allegations presented by prosecutors in court. They have not yet been proven at trial, and the defense continues to challenge the state’s evidence.
Still, the developments are shifting the case.
What began as a murder investigation is now expanding into a broader legal battle involving digital evidence, forensic findings, and serious additional charges.
With a preliminary hearing days away, the next phase could determine how much of this evidence becomes central in court.
And with the stakes this high, every detail matters.