In a shocking development, authorities confirmed that Celeste Rivas Hernandez, a 14-year-old girl whose body was found in the front boot of a car registered to the singer D4vd, died from multiple penetrating injuries. The coroner's report classified her death as a homicide, revealing that the injuries were inflicted by an undisclosed object.
Rivas's body was found in September 2025 after she had been reported missing in April of the same year. Authorities noted that conditions around her death precluded the timely release of findings as they were actively investigating the case.
D4vd, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, has been charged with murder and has pleaded not guilty. His legal team asserts his innocence, claiming actual evidence will prove that he was not responsible for Hernandez's death.
Public discussions about the case have raised concerns about the length of time taken to investigate and prosecute. The Los Angeles County's chief medical examiner expressed regret over the prolonged waiting period for the family to learn about the circumstances of their daughter’s death.
As the community grieves and seeks justice, her parents have shared their heartbreak, describing her as a beautiful, strong girl who loved to sing and dance, and they are determined to get justice for their daughter.
