Is d4vd a suspect in the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas found in his Tesla? Here’s what to know

Authorities have confirmed that the decomposed body discovered inside singer d4vd’s impounded Tesla in Los Angeles belongs to 15-year-old Celeste Rivas. She was identified through forensic testing, according to officials. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office has not yet determined a cause of death, but the case remains under active investigation.

LAPD and Sheriff’s Office Statements

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) said it does not yet have a crime classification from the coroner and has not identified any suspects. Initially, the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office referred to the case as a homicide, but later clarified that the LAPD is the lead agency and apologized for the error.

Celeste had been reported missing from Lake Elsinore, and authorities have confirmed her identity as the same juvenile.

Discovery of the Body

The remains were found on September 8 at Hollywood Tow, after workers reported a foul odor coming from the Tesla. The car, registered to singer d4vd (David Anthony Burke), had been impounded days earlier after being reported abandoned.

Law enforcement sources revealed that the body was not intact and had likely been inside the car for an extended period.

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Description Released by Medical Examiner

Officials said Celeste was wearing a tube top, black leggings, a yellow metal chain bracelet, and stud earrings when her body was discovered. She was described as weighing about 71 pounds with wavy black hair.

d4vd’s Response and Tour Disruption

A spokesperson for d4vd said the singer was notified about the discovery and is “fully cooperating with authorities.” The 19-year-old artist, best known for his viral hit “Romantic Homicide,” was on his Withered World Tour when the news broke.

Following the announcement, d4vd canceled his scheduled performance in Seattle on Wednesday, though no further tour changes have been confirmed.

Public Reaction and Ongoing Questions

The case has sparked widespread online discussion, with many questioning:

• How did Celeste Rivas end up inside the Tesla?
• Was anyone else involved in her disappearance?
• What role did the abandonment of the car play in the timeline?

As investigators continue their work, officials say the priority remains determining Celeste’s cause and manner of death. For now, d4vd is not considered a suspect.

FAQ about the d4vd Tesla Body Case

Who was found in d4vd’s Tesla?

The body was identified as 15-year-old Celeste Rivas, a girl reported missing from Lake Elsinore.

Is d4vd a suspect?

No. Police confirm singer d4vd is not a suspect and is cooperating fully.

When was the body discovered?

On September 8, 2025, at Hollywood Tow in Los Angeles.

What did the coroner find?

The body was in a state of decomposition. The cause of death has not yet been determined.

Why was d4vd’s Tesla impounded?

It was reported abandoned, leading to its removal to the tow yard.