In a tragic and mysterious turn of events, the body of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas, who had been missing since April 2024, was discovered in the trunk of a Tesla registered to singer D4vd, whose real name is David Burke. The vehicle was impounded at a Hollywood tow yard after employees reported a strong odor emanating from it.
Background and Investigation
Celeste Rivas was reported missing to the Riverside County Sheriff's Office on April 5, 2024. Her severely decomposed remains were found on September 8, 2025, inside the Tesla, which had been abandoned in the Hollywood Hills for about five days before being towed. Rivas was identified by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner, and her cause of death is currently listed as "deferred," pending further investigation.
The Los Angeles Police Department has not named any suspects or persons of interest in the case. D4vd, a rising star known for his TikTok fame and recent signing with Darkroom and Interscope Records, is cooperating with the investigation.
Details of the Discovery
When the body was discovered, Rivas was wearing a tube top, black leggings, a stud earring, and a yellow metal chain bracelet. She had wavy black hair and a distinctive tattoo on her right index finger reading "Shhhh…", a design also shared by D4vd and several other celebrities. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities treating the case as a homicide.
Public Reaction and D4vd's Response
The news has sparked widespread concern and curiosity, especially given D4vd's rising fame and the unusual circumstances surrounding the discovery. Despite the ongoing investigation, D4vd is scheduled to perform at upcoming events, including a sold-out show at the Grammy Museum.
As the investigation unfolds, more details are expected to emerge about the relationship between Celeste Rivas and D4vd, if any existed, and the events leading up to her tragic death.
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