Content warning: This article discusses child sexual abuse and murder.
A US judge ruled on Monday that there is enough evidence for singer D4vd to stand trial over the killing and dismembering of a 14-year-old girl with whom he had an illegal sexual relationship.
After prosecutors presented evidence over a five-day hearing, Los Angeles Judge Charlaine Olmedo ruled that the 21-year-old singer, whose real name is David Burke, would stand trial.
He faces multiple charges including murder, continuous sexual abuse of a child under the age of 14, and unlawful mutilation of human remains. He has pleaded not guilty.
Los Angeles District Attorney Nathan Hochman said outside court that prosecutors are still deciding whether to seek the death penalty.What are the allegations against D4vd?
