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LAPD Says d4vd Not Named a Suspect as Celeste Rivas Case Advances and Singer Retains High-Profile Lawyer

Authorities say the medical examiner has deferred all determinations.

Overview

  • Investigators say the decomposed remains of Celeste Rivas were found on September 8 in the front trunk of a Tesla registered to singer d4vd after a tow-yard reported a foul odor.
  • The LAPD states no suspect has been named and criminal culpability beyond possible concealment remains undetermined pending results from the medical examiner.
  • Records reported by local outlets indicate the medical examiner deferred cause and manner of death, with one report noting the place of death was listed as a vehicle.
  • Police executed a search warrant at a residence linked to the artist and seized electronics, and the singer later canceled tour dates and vacated the rental.
  • Multiple outlets report d4vd has hired defense attorney Blair Berk, while police and reporters warn that widespread online claims and purported livestream remarks remain unverified.