Discovery and Investigation
On September 8, 2025, the decomposed remains of celeste rivas hernandez, 15, were discovered in the front trunk of a Tesla registered to David Anthony Burke, known as singer d4vd. The vehicle had been impounded after complaints of a foul odor. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has listed her cause of death as “deferred.”
Key details so far:
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Reported missing on April 5, 2024, from Lake Elsinore.
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Identified more than a year later in Hollywood.
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Case classified as an active homicide investigation.
Link to d4vd and Hollywood Hills Search
Police executed a search warrant at a Hollywood Hills residence tied to d4vd and collected evidence. While he has not been named a suspect, the connection between the Tesla and his name has intensified public scrutiny.
A notable detail is that both Celeste and d4vd reportedly shared matching tattoos reading “Shhh…” on their index fingers.
Community Response and Fundraising
In Lake Elsinore, neighbors held a vigil to honor Celeste’s memory. Her family launched a GoFundMe campaign, describing her as a beloved daughter and sister. Allegations of a scam surfaced online, but her sister denied the claims and insisted the fundraiser was genuine.
Family Statements vs. Online Rumors
| Claim | Response |
|---|---|
| Family knew d4vd | Denied by sister |
| Fundraiser is a scam | Denied, said legitimate |
| Celeste was pregnant | Unverified, no official confirmation |