The Brief Day 1 of singer D4vd’s preliminary murder hearing featured graphic forensic testimony, body camera footage, and a digital paper trail of online purchases and vehicle GPS records. What we know:Legal experts expect the preliminary hearing to last for an estimated three days. "The standard that we have to meet is not beyond a reasonable doubt at the preliminary hearing stage. April 22, 2025: Rivas Hernandez allegedly threatens to expose the relationship during an argument. May 1–5, 2025: Burke allegedly uses an alias to acquire chainsaws, a body bag, and an inflatable pool.