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Following his arrest, Burke pleaded not guilty to all charges pressed against him. Defense attorneys representing Burke stated regarding Hernandez's death that it "was not the cause."
The criminal charges derailed Burke's career, leading to the cancellation of his international tour for his debut album Withered in September after the body was identified.
Following the news, multiple former collaborators cut ties with the viral TikTok artist.
Shortly after authorities announced Burke's arrest, the victim's family expressed their grief and desire for legal resolution.
"Celeste was a beautiful, strong girl who loved to sing and dance.
Every Friday night was movie night and we spent wonderful times together," wrote the family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
"We love her very much and she always told us that she loved us. We miss her deeply.
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All we want is justice for Celeste."