Los Angeles, CA – The body of a 15-year-old girl, missing since April 2024, has been identified as Celeste Rivas, whose remains were discovered in an impounded car belonging to singer D4vd. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s office confirmed the identity on September 8, 2024.
Discovery of Rivas’ Body in D4vd’s Tesla
Authorities in Los Angeles found Rivas’ body inside a Tesla Model Y after receiving reports of a foul smell coming from the car in the police impound lot. The car had been towed from Hollywood Hills after being reported abandoned nearly a week before.
Upon investigation, officials revealed that the body had been hidden inside a bag in the front trunk of the Tesla. Due to the severe decomposition caused by the Los Angeles summer heat, it was initially too difficult to determine the person’s identity or sex.
Background on Rivas’ Disappearance
Rivas, a Lake Elsinore, California resident, went missing in April 2024, according to reports from TMZ and other media outlets. Her mother told authorities that her daughter was dating a person named “David” at the time of her disappearance.
Singer D4vd Linked to the Car
The Tesla was registered to David Anthony Burke, a 20-year-old singer better known by his stage name D4vd. The singer gained recognition for his viral TikTok hits, and his songs have resonated widely across social media platforms.
According to sources, the car had been seen parked in various locations around the Hollywood Hills area, often for weeks at a time. A source described the car’s movements in the Bird Streets neighborhood, saying, “It’s chilling.”
Cooperation from D4vd’s Team
A representative for D4vd confirmed that the singer is cooperating with authorities in their investigation. As of now, the singer is continuing his world tour, having performed in Madison, Wisconsin, just one day before the discovery of Rivas’ body. D4vd is scheduled to perform in Los Angeles on September 20, 2024.
Investigation and Next Steps
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is continuing its investigation into the circumstances surrounding Rivas’ death. Although D4vd has not been named a suspect, his connection to the car is central to the investigation.
Authorities urge anyone with additional information to come forward.
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