A Los Angeles judge ruled Monday that singer David Burke, known professionally as D4vd, will stand trial on charges related to the death and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The decision came after a five-day preliminary hearing during which prosecutors presented evidence asserting that Hernandez threatened to reveal their relationship, potentially damaging Burke’s burgeoning music career.

Judge Charlaine Olmedo determined there is probable cause to proceed with a trial on multiple counts, including murder, continuous sexual abuse of a child under the age of 14, and unlawful mutilation of human remains. “The people have met their burden on all counts,” Olmedo said, subsequently ordering Burke to remain in custody without bail.

Burke, 21, has pleaded not guilty to the charges. During the court hearing, he showed no visible reaction to the judge’s ruling. His legal representatives declined to comment after the decision was announced.

The case has drawn significant attention due to Burke’s rising profile in the music industry prior to the allegations. Authorities have indicated that the alleged relationship between Burke and the victim involved abuse and that Hernandez’s death was linked to fears about exposure. Further details from prosecutors’ presentations at the hearing have not been disclosed publicly.

The trial date has not yet been announced.