Investigation continues into death of missing teen found in singer D4vd’s Tesla

A 15-year-old runaway, Celeste Rivas Hernandez, was found deceased in the front trunk of the Tesla belonging to pop singer D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke. The body was severely decomposed, indicating death occurred weeks prior to discovery in early September 2025. The police and medical examiners have not yet determined her cause of death and have not named any suspects or persons of interest. The investigation remains open with few official details released, fueling public speculation and media attention. The teen had a history of running away from her home in Lake Elsinore, California, and was reportedly dating someone named David, believed by family and friends to be a music artist. D4vd, a young artist who rose to fame through TikTok and online gaming, has not publicly commented on the case but is cooperating with authorities and has hired a prominent criminal defense lawyer. The singer’s world tour was canceled, and several commercial partnerships were suspended following the discovery. Authorities have seized surveillance footage and other data from the singer’s residence. Despite the ongoing investigation, no criminal charges have been made, and investigators continue to gather evidence to clarify the circumstances of the tragic death.