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LAPD Probes Teen’s Death After Body Found in Tesla Registered to D4vd as Singer Cancels U.S. Shows

Police await the coroner’s determination on cause and manner of death with no suspects identified.

Overview

  • The Los Angeles County medical examiner identified the remains as 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, found Sept. 8 in a bag inside the front trunk of an impounded Tesla at a Hollywood tow yard.
  • Officials said the body was severely decomposed and appeared to have been inside the vehicle for an extended period before discovery.
  • The Tesla was registered to singer David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd; a spokesperson says he is cooperating with investigators.
  • Detectives executed a search warrant at a Hollywood Hills residence linked to the artist and seized electronic devices and other items for forensic analysis.
  • D4vd canceled his remaining U.S. tour dates as brands paused campaigns and collaborators moved to pull releases, while Rivas’ family confirmed her identification and launched a fundraiser for funeral costs.