Family of killed teen call for death penalty in D4vd trial
The parents of Celeste Rivas Hernandez say execution "would be perfect" if D4vd is found guilty.
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"If the death penalty were activated, it would be perfect for this kind of human being, devoid of feelings and emptiness inside, and without conscience, who only caused pain to our daughter, our family, and the world that supports our precious daughter."
— Mercedes Martinez , Other
Key People
Celeste Rivas Hernandez was a 14-year-old girl whose remains were found in D4vd's car.
D4vd, born David Burke, is a 21-year-old Los Angeles resident and singer known for the song 'Romantic Homicide'.
Jesus Rivas is the father of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
Mercedes Martinez is the mother of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
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The parents of Celeste Rivas Hernandez say execution "would be perfect" if D4vd is found guilty.
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