The music world is reeling after the discovery of the body of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas in the impounded Tesla of rising star D4vd (David Anthony Burke). The shocking find has led to the cancellation of the singer's U.S. tour and a police investigation that is intensifying. Rivas's remains were discovered on September 8th in the trunk of D4vd's Tesla, which had been impounded earlier in the week due to it being abandoned. Employees at the Hollywood tow yard reported a foul odor emanating from the vehicle, prompting the discovery. Forensic identification confirmed the victim's identity on Wednesday, September 18th. The cause of death remains undetermined, and the Los Angeles County medical examiner is conducting an autopsy.
Following the identification, D4vd's representatives announced the cancellation of his remaining U.S. tour dates. While initial reports suggested a cancellation only of the Seattle show, subsequent announcements confirmed that all remaining performances are canceled. The singer's home in the Hollywood Hills was also searched by authorities, with reports suggesting the seizure of a computer and evidence bags. The police have not confirmed whether D4vd is a suspect, but they have stated that he is cooperating with their investigation.
Adding another layer of complexity to the investigation, Rivas's mother revealed to TMZ that her daughter had been missing since April 2024. The mother expressed suspicion about the connection to D4vd due to her daughter having a boyfriend named David. Meanwhile, D4vd, known for his viral TikTok success and hits like "Romantic Homicide" and "Here With Me," had continued to perform even after the initial discovery of the body, raising eyebrows among fans and the media. The contrast between these performances and the gravity of the ongoing investigation further fuels public interest.
This case has also drawn attention to a second unrelated incident: the discovery of another body, also in a separate tow yard in South Los Angeles. While both incidents involved bodies found in impounded vehicles, investigators have emphasized they are not related. The investigation into the death of Celeste Rivas remains ongoing, and authorities are working to piece together the events leading up to her death.
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Originally published at: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/article/d4vd-reportedly-cancels-us-tour-after-body-of-15-year-old-girl-found-in-his-impounded-car-police-search-home-in-hollywood-hills-192055136.html
