The music world has been rocked by shocking news surrounding David Anthony Burke, better known as D4vd, after the decomposed body of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez was discovered inside a Tesla registered to the singer-songwriter.
The disturbing case has taken another unsettling turn as old TikTok posts and X (formerly Twitter) activity linked to D4vd have resurfaced, sparking speculation about his mindset and potential ties to the tragedy.
Discovery of Celeste Rivas’ Body
On September 8, neighbors in the Hollywood Hills reported a foul odor coming from an abandoned Tesla. When authorities arrived, they found human remains inside the vehicle, later confirmed to be those of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner officially identified her body on September 17.
Officials reported that her remains showed signs of significant decomposition, suggesting that the body had been inside the car for some time. The Tesla, registered to D4vd, had reportedly been impounded at a Hollywood tow yard before the discovery.
The heartbreaking revelation came just one day before Celeste would have turned 15. Her remains have since been released to her family, according to confirmation from the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office.
Who Was Celeste Rivas Hernandez?
Celeste Rivas Hernandez was just 15 years old, described by family and friends as a bright teenager with her future ahead of her. Her tragic death, coinciding with her birthday, has left her community devastated.
Loved ones are now preparing for a funeral service after her remains were released to her family.
Resurfaced D4vd TikTok and X Posts
In the days following the identification of Celeste Rivas, internet users began uncovering disturbing old posts from D4vd’s social media accounts. These resurfaced clips and captions have raised concerns about his mental state and possible connection to the victim.
Some of the most chilling examples include a video showing a man chopping meat, captioned, “Me if I see her talk with other dudes.”
A second statement read: “Me watching her scream after I poured boiling water on her after she told a boy happy birthday bc why you happy he made it another year.”
The “Romantic Homicide” singer also shared a third post imagining a grotesque scenario:
“Imagine we were two cannibals in the late 80s who randomly met, and then we fell in love and tried to be better and start a life together, and then you died and I ate you, bones and all.”
While it remains unclear if these posts directly referenced Celeste Rivas, their timing and tone have fueled speculation online, with many users connecting them to the ongoing investigation.
Some People Allegedly Knew About D4vid and Rivas’ Relationship
TMZ has uncovered a disturbing detail in the ongoing investigation, revealing a resurfaced comment left on a February 25, 2024 TikTok post by D4vd. The unidentified user accused the singer of inappropriate behavior with a minor, writing, “waiting for LAPD to get your a– for messing with a 13 year old girl.”
At the time of the post, Celeste Rivas would have been just 13 years old, while D4vd was nearing his 19th birthday. The resurfaced comment has fueled further speculation online, with many questioning whether the warning was connected to Rivas and if red flags were ignored long before her tragic death.
Public Reaction to the Case
The resurfaced posts have triggered widespread outrage and online backlash. Social media platforms are filled with comments from fans and critics alike, many demanding further scrutiny into the singer’s activities.
Users have urged others to report suspicious evidence to authorities, while hashtags related to the Celeste Rivas case and D4vd investigation continue to trend on TikTok, X, and Instagram.
The situation has sparked a broader conversation about the role of social media in criminal investigations, with critics pointing out how past online behavior may reveal troubling insights into a person’s mindset.
Investigation Status
As of now, authorities have not named D4vd as a suspect in the case. The Los Angeles Police Department has confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, and the cause of Celeste Rivas’ death has yet to be determined.
Despite growing speculation, D4vd has not issued any public statement regarding the resurfaced posts or the discovery of Rivas’ body in his car.
