14-year-old girl allegedly killed by D4vd had abortion a year before death

As I write this, Celeste Rivas Hernandez's parents are likely still reeling from the gruesome images shown in court, a dismembered torso and a head, the remains of their 14-year-old daughter. The details are sickening, and the alleged murderer, 21-year-old David Anthony Burke, aka D4vd, has been accused of more than just her brutal killing. Text messages revealed in court paint a disturbing picture of a year-long relationship between the two, where Burke allegedly groomed and abused Hernandez. What's even more appalling is that Hernandez was pregnant with Burke's child a year before her death, and they had an abortion.

The text messages show that Burke and Hernandez had a conversation about the pregnancy in January 2024, just a few months before her 14th birthday. Burke, who was 19 at the time, apologised for putting Hernandez through this, and she replied that they were both too young to take care of a baby. Burke then clarified that he thought the baby might be his, and Hernandez confirmed that it was. This conversation is a stark reminder of the burden of responsibility that young people, especially girls, are often expected to bear when it comes to pregnancy. The fact that Burke and Hernandez felt that an abortion was their only option is evidence of the lack of support and resources available to them.

The text messages revealed in court also show that Burke and Hernandez had been in contact since August 2022, when Hernandez was just 11 and Burke was 17. This raises serious concerns about the grooming and manipulation that Burke allegedly subjected Hernandez to. The fact that Burke's phone was filled with child sexual abuse images and photos of Hernandez during the alleged abuse is a chilling reminder of the severity of the situation.

The preliminary hearing has brought to light horrific details surrounding Hernandez's death, and her family is said to be "horrified" by what they've heard. Hernandez's parents, Mercedes Martinez and her partner, are reportedly struggling to cope with the loss of their daughter and the brutal manner in which she was killed. The image of Hernandez's dismembered corpse was shown in court, and it's a grim reminder of the violence and trauma that Hernandez experienced at the hands of Burke.

As the preliminary hearing continues, it's clear that Burke will face severe consequences for his alleged actions. While the justice system has its flaws, it's likely that Burke will be held accountable for his crimes. However, the real tragedy here is the loss of Hernandez's life and the trauma that her family and loved ones will have to endure for the rest of their lives.

The family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez will have to live with the knowledge that their daughter was brutally murdered by someone who was supposed to care for her, and that she was subjected to a year-long ordeal of abuse and manipulation. The court hearing has brought to light the horrific details of Hernandez's death, and it's a grim reminder of the importance of protecting our children from predators like Burke.