{"id":21811,"date":"2026-02-25T19:35:56","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T19:35:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jubi24.com\/?p=21811"},"modified":"2026-02-25T19:35:57","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T19:35:57","slug":"california-prosecutors-aimed-to-fly-d4vds-father-out-as-witness-in-grand-jury-investigation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jubi24.com\/?p=21811","title":{"rendered":"California prosecutors aimed to fly D4vd\u2019s father out as witness in grand jury investigation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"\">\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><strong>LOS ANGELES<\/strong> \u2013 KPRC 2 exclusively obtained new court documents from Los Angeles County providing new insight into the grand jury investigation of singer D4vd and prosecutors\u2019 request to compel testimony from his father, Dawud Burke, as a witness.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">According to the documents, California prosecutors are seeking to require Dawud Burke, who resides in Hempstead, Texas, to travel to California to testify before a grand jury.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><b>RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click2houston.com\/news\/local\/2025\/11\/18\/houston-singer-d4vd-named-suspect-after-teens-body-found-in-impounded-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"\"><b>Los Angeles authorities now believe D4vd \u2018likely had help\u2019 dismembering body of missing teenage girl<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">The petition identifies David Burke or D4vd as the target of the grand jury investigation.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 dJmKfw hTYOfq full-width\" aria-labelledby=\":R37sn9a:\" id=\"IZXTHXC6CVAULHIFGO6W5GD6EE\"><figcaption id=\":R37sn9a:\" class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 jOjMik\"><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 ewwUYq\">petition<\/span><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 hoaNsR\"> (kprc)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">The records state that a grand jury investigation is currently pending in Los Angeles County involving allegations that David Burke \u201cmay be involved in the death of a 14-year-old victim,\u201d identified as Celeste Rivas Hernandez.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">The documents allege the victim\u2019s \u201cseverely decomposed, dismembered body\u201d was discovered on Sept. 8, 2025, inside the front trunk of a black Tesla Model X.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><b>OUR FIRST REPORT: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click2houston.com\/news\/local\/2025\/09\/09\/chopped-up-decomposing-body-found-in-impounded-vehicle-registered-to-houston-singer-d4vd\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"\"><b>Chopped up, decomposing body found in impounded vehicle registered to Houston singer D4vd<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<hr class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__BaseDivider-sc-1fnzlkn-8 jfgxhP\" \/>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><b>According to the filings:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 kDvXdO font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\"><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 gJUqRf\">The vehicle had been reported as abandoned<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\"><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 gJUqRf\">It was later cited and impounded<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 gJUqRf\">Tow yard personnel reported a strong odor of decay<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 gJUqRf\">Detectives obtained a search warrant<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__BaseDivider-sc-1fnzlkn-8 jfgxhP\" \/>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">When investigators opened the front storage compartment, the petition states they located a black cadaver bag containing human remains. A second bag allegedly contained additional dismembered body parts.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Court records indicate the Tesla was registered to David Burke at a Hempstead, Texas address.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">The petition also describes Burke as \u201ca singer and performing artist\u201d who was allegedly on tour at the time the vehicle was impounded.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Prosecutors argue Dawud Burke\u2019s testimony is \u201cmaterial and necessary\u201d to the investigation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">The documents state Dawud Burke is David Burke\u2019s father and has a close relationship with him.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><b>MORE ON DV4D: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click2houston.com\/news\/local\/2025\/09\/18\/texas-deputies-respond-to-house-connected-to-d4vd-amid-body-discovery-in-his-tesla-trunk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"\"><b>Texas deputies respond to house connected to D4vd amid body discovery in his Tesla trunk<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<hr class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__BaseDivider-sc-1fnzlkn-8 jfgxhP\" \/>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\"><b>The petition notes the prosecution has agreed to:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 kDvXdO font_openSans articleList\">\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 gJUqRf\">Provide a round-trip airplane ticket<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 gJUqRf\">Provide transportation to and from the airport<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__StackBase-sc-1fnzlkn-7 ecGWWE iQviKm\">\n<p><span class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 gJUqRf\">Grant protection from arrest or service of process while traveling to testify<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__BaseDivider-sc-1fnzlkn-8 jfgxhP\" \/>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Attendance was requested beginning Feb. 11 for no more than three days.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">However, Burke\u2019s attorneys submitted an application for writ of habeas corpus, arguing the Texas court order compelling him to testify before a California grand jury was unlawful.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">In the petition, Burke\u2019s legal team claimed he was denied due process because he did not receive full, unredacted copies of the California certification documents supporting the subpoena request.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Court records show the application was heard in the 506th District Court of Waller County.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Judge Gary W. Chaney initially granted issuance of the writ but ultimately denied Burke\u2019s habeas corpus request on the merits, according to the signed order dated February 6, 2026.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Following the ruling, Burke\u2019s attorneys filed for appeal.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">The case is currently pending.<\/p>\n<p class=\"dist__Box-sc-1fnzlkn-0 dist__TextBase-sc-1fnzlkn-3 bYFsJw cuqaEv article-text\">Grand jury proceedings are conducted in secret, and it is unclear when a decision may be made.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston &#8211; All rights reserved.<\/p>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.click2houston.com\/news\/local\/2026\/02\/25\/new-unsealed-docs-ca-prosecutors-aimed-to-fly-d4vds-father-out-as-witness-in-grand-jury-investigation\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LOS ANGELES \u2013 KPRC 2 exclusively obtained new court documents from Los Angeles County providing new insight into the grand jury investigation of singer D4vd and prosecutors\u2019 request to compel testimony from his father, Dawud Burke, as a witness. 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