Texts reveal teen who singer D4vd is accused of killing was pregnant, had abortion year before death

Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Andrew Dalton, Associated Press, KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) · July 24, 2026 · 6 min read

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Text messages between singer D4vd and Celeste Rivas Hernandez shown in court Friday indicate she had gotten pregnant at age 13 and had an abortion more than a year before she was killed. In one exchange in early January 2024, D4vd, whose legal name is David Burke, apologizes for “putting her thr...

Why this matters in The Piney Point

The upcoming testimony of the autopsy doctor in the D4vd case will undoubtedly have significant implications for the community, particularly in the context of public safety and the handling of sensitive information. As the case unfolds, residents of Piney Point Village and surrounding areas will be watching closely to see how the justice system navigates the complex and disturbing allegations. The fact that the autopsy report was delayed for several months, despite objections from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, raises questions about the balance between investigative needs and the rights of victims' families to timely information. In Harris County, where Piney Point is located, the handling of forensic evidence and communication with families of victims will be under scrutiny, especially given the similarities in population density and urban challenges between Los Angeles and Houston. The community will be looking for assurance that local authorities prioritize transparency and efficiency in their investigations.

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Category: local · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) · Reading time: 6 min

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Texts reveal teen who singer D4vd is accused of killing was pregnant, had abortion year before death

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