Key Highlights
- Singer D4vd is considered a suspect in the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
- The body was found in the trunk of a Tesla registered to the singer on September 8, 2025.
- David Anthony Burke, known professionally as D4vd, reportedly does not cooperate with the investigation.
- No arrests have been made and the cause of death is still unknown.
Singer D4vd in Investigation Amid Teen’s Death
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has identified 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez as the victim whose decomposing body was discovered in a Tesla registered to singer D4vd. Sources confirmed to ABC News that D4vd, real name David Anthony Burke, is now considered a suspect in the death investigation.
Discovery of the Body
The body was found on September 8, 2025, at an impound lot in Hollywood. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) received a report of a foul odor emanating from a vehicle and discovered a decomposing body in the front trunk of the Tesla, which had been towed there two days earlier.
Background on D4vd
Singer D4vd first gained popularity on TikTok and currently has nearly 4 million followers. He was on his “Withered” world tour when the body was found in his vehicle. The last few shows of the tour, including those in San Francisco and Los Angeles, were canceled due to this incident.
Investigation Details
No arrests have been made as of November 18, 2025, and the investigation is ongoing. D4vd reportedly has not cooperated with investigators. Promotion on his debut album’s deluxe edition was also paused following these developments.
Timeline and Context
The teen may have been dead for several weeks before her body was discovered. The last known information about Celeste Rivas Hernandez is that she was reported missing the previous year, prompting investigators to conduct a search of D4vd’s home later that night on September 8.
Law enforcement sources stated that dismemberment and disposal are believed to have involved multiple people, complicating the investigation. The cause of death has yet to be determined by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, who is expected to release their findings soon.
The case remains a significant concern for both law enforcement and the public due to its shocking nature and the involvement of a well-known artist in entertainment. Further developments will be closely monitored as the investigation progresses.
