American pop‑rap artist David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, is reportedly an unofficial suspect in the death of 15‑year‑old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose body was found in his Los Angeles car trunk on September 8.
D4vd Alleged as Suspect in Death Investigation
NBC News reported that David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, was named as a suspect in the investigation of the death of 15‑year‑old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Sources indicate the suspect designation came from Los Angeles police officials. No charges have been filed against him yet.
Body Discovered in D4vd’s Car Trunk
On September 8, police found the body of Celeste Rivas Hernandez in the trunk of a vehicle parked in the impounded vehicles lot in Los Angeles. The car belonged to D4vd. Anonymous informants said investigators believe D4vd helped in dismembering the body.
Timeline of Disappearance and Discovery
Rivas Hernandez vanished in April 2024. Her body was found in September, but police say it had already been in a state of decomposition for weeks, suggesting the death may have occurred earlier.
At the time the body was found, D4vd was on a concert tour; the vehicle had been parked for several weeks before being towed from Hollywood Hills.
No Charges Filed Yet
Despite being named suspect, D4vd has not been charged with any crime.