D4vd’s garage had signs of blood where girl’s body was likely cut up, expert testifies
Forensic testimony regarding bloodstains and evidence found in a Tesla has taken center stage during the ongoing preliminary hearing for musician D4vd.
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Testimony from an LAPD criminalist detailed the detection of possible bloodstains in the garage and the presence of odor-masking agents in the Tesla where the remains of Celeste Rivas Hernandez were discovered. Coverage from outlets including AP News, BBC, and CBS News highlights the defense’s scrutiny of the forensic process, specifically questioning the extent of DNA testing conducted on tools and the vehicle.
Reports from Yahoo, LAmag, and ABC7 note that the prosecution is actively building a timeline concerning the relationship between the accused and Rivas Hernandez. Ongoing proceedings are expected to continue addressing the evidentiary findings collected by investigators.
Future testimony will likely further explore the timeline of events and the specific forensic links between the items recovered and the victim.
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Quick answers
What evidence was found in D4vd's Tesla?
According to coverage, investigators discovered the body of Celeste Rivas Hernandez along with undergarments, air fresheners, and evidence that triggered odor testimony from a criminalist.
What is the defense contesting in the case?
Defense lawyers have questioned why additional DNA testing was not performed on items including chain saws and the car involved in the case.
What is the current status of the legal proceedings?
The case is currently in its third day of preliminary hearings, with a focus on forensic evidence and the relationship history between D4vd and the victim.
Coverage (9)
- D4vd Prelim Day 3: Alleged Call to Celeste, Clothing Evidence and Cellphone Maps Revealed LAmag · 1d ago
- Celeste Rivas’ rotting, insect-covered undergarments discovered with her body in D4vd’s Tesla Yahoo · 1d ago
- D4vd's lawyers ask why more DNA testing wasn't done on chain saws, car in teen girl's killing AP News · 1d ago
- D4vd murder case: Possible bloodstains detected at singer’s home and car Global News · 1d ago
- D4vd murder case: Prosecutor focuses on who knew about singer's relationship with Celeste Rivas Hernandez before her killing ABC7 New York · 1d ago
- D4vd hearing enters day 3. Here's what prosecutors have presented in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez case CBS News · 1d ago
- D4vd’s Tesla Is Focus of LAPD Criminalist’s Odor Testimony Yahoo · 1d ago
- Fame Under Fire BBC · 1d ago
- D4vd murder case: Testimony focuses on possible blood evidence, air fresheners allegedly found in Tesla ABC7 Los Angeles · 1d ago
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