Singer D4vd Named Suspect in Teen’s Mysterious Death

The investigation into the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas has taken a significant turn, as authorities are now considering singer D4vd, also known as David Anthony Burke, as a suspect. Rivas’ decomposed remains were found in a Tesla on September 8, 2024, leading to a deeper inquiry into the circumstances surrounding her disappearance.

According to reports from law enforcement sources, investigators believe that Rivas’ death may have occurred in the spring of 2024. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is treating the case as an apparent homicide. The medical examiner has yet to determine the cause or manner of death, pending toxicology results.

Police discovered Rivas’ body after workers at a Hollywood tow yard reported a foul odor emanating from the impounded vehicle. The Tesla had been left abandoned for over 72 hours on a street in the Hollywood Hills. Officers found the remains concealed in a plastic bag within the car’s front trunk. Due to the advanced state of decomposition, officials were unable to identify the sex of the body at the time of discovery.

Rivas, a resident of Lake Elsinore, was reported missing on April 5, 2024. Her brother, Matthew Rivas, indicated that the family was aware his sister had some connection with D4vd. Reports from TMZ suggest that Rivas’ mother mentioned her daughter was dating someone named “David” around the time she vanished.

As investigations continue, sources within the LAPD have noted that D4vd has not been cooperative. Law enforcement believes he may have received assistance in dismembering and disposing of Rivas’ body. Following the discovery of the remains, D4vd canceled his world tour and has not issued any public comments regarding the ongoing investigation.

The LAPD’s Robbery-Homicide Division remains actively engaged in the case, seeking to uncover more details about what transpired before Rivas’ tragic death. The developments in this investigation have drawn significant media attention, with outlets such as ABC News and NBC4 Los Angeles closely following updates.

As the investigation unfolds, the focus remains on seeking justice for Celeste Rivas and understanding the full circumstances surrounding her disappearance and subsequent death. Police continue to urge anyone with information to come forward as they navigate this complex case.