According to **Nigerian Entertainment Today (NET)**, rising American singer D4vd has pleaded not guilty to charges related to the death of a 14-year-old girl found in his Tesla. The artist, known for his viral hits and unique alternative soul sound, appeared in court following an investigation that has shocked the international music community. The case has quickly become a trending topic across Nigerian and US social media, as fans grapple with the gravity of the allegations against the Gen-Z star.
**The Independent** reported on the legal proceedings, stating that the singer was “arrested on suspicion over the death” before his formal plea. “The artist appeared in court to deny all charges,” the publication noted, as his legal team prepares for a lengthy defense. **TMZ** also provided updates, quoting sources close to the investigation who mentioned that “the Tesla’s internal data logs are expected to be a central piece of evidence” in determining the timeline of the tragic event.
**Echotitbits take:**
This is a devastating development for a career that was on a massive upward trajectory. Given the forensic nature of the evidence involving a high-tech vehicle, this trial will likely be slow and highly publicized, effectively putting his music career on an indefinite hiatus while his legal team fights these severe criminal charges.
Source: Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/apr/20/singer-d4vd-charged-murder April 21, 2026
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