The tragic case of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez has shocked communities across California as new details about her death continue to emerge. Celeste’s partially dismembered and partially frozen body was discovered on September 8, 2025, inside the front trunk of a Tesla SUV at a Hollywood tow yard. Workers at the yard reported a strong smell coming from the vehicle, which had been sitting there for five days. When officers inspected it, they made the horrifying discovery. The Tesla was registered to 20-year-old R&B artist David Anthony Burke, widely known as D4vd, who has millions of online followers.
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Investigators revealed that the body was not only dismembered but also found in a partially frozen state, as if it had been stored somewhere cold before being placed in the car. This condition may make it harder for the medical examiner to determine the exact cause of death. Celeste had been missing since April 2024, when she was only 13 years old. During the investigation, police learned from the girl’s mother that Celeste had a boyfriend named David at the time she disappeared. Online pictures appearing to show Celeste with Burke have raised many questions about their relationship.
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According to reports, both Celeste and Burke had matching tattoos on their index fingers with the letters “Shhh.” Friends of Burke claimed they believed Celeste was 19 years old, although she was much younger. After her remains were found, Burke canceled his ongoing tour and upcoming album release. Police sources say he has not been cooperating with investigators. Detectives are also examining whether someone else helped with the dismemberment and disposal of the body, as the nature of the injuries suggests the involvement of more than one person.
Another important detail emerged when it was reported that Burke traveled to a remote area of Santa Barbara County late at night in spring 2025. Investigators believe this trip could be connected to the case and are now trying to determine what happened during those hours. Meanwhile, Celeste’s body was found the day after her 15th birthday, making the tragedy even more heartbreaking. In October, her funeral was held at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, where her family and community members gathered to say their final goodbyes.
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While the investigation continues, officials have not yet made any arrests. Authorities say any decision about charges will depend on the final autopsy report. The Lake Elsinore school district, where Celeste was once a student, expressed deep sadness over her death and shared condolences with her loved ones. The case remains open, and many hope justice will be served for Celeste and her family.
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