D4VD PANICS & RUNS After Police Find The Murd3r Weapon At His Home | Arrest Warrant Issued
Los Angeles, CA — What began as the mysterious disappearance of a teenage girl has spiraled into one of the most shocking scandals in the music industry in recent memory. Rising artist David Anthony Burke, known professionally as d4vd, is now at the center of a homicide investigation after police discovered the body of a missing 15-year-old girl inside his Tesla and later uncovered what authorities believe to be the murder weapon in his home.
The case has already shaken fans, horrified the public, and raised alarming questions about how much of the truth may have been hidden in plain sight through the artist’s lyrics, videos, and online behavior.
A Grim Discovery in a Tesla
The case first broke wide open when workers at a Hollywood tow yard noticed a foul odor coming from a black Tesla that had been impounded days earlier. When officers from the Los Angeles Police Department arrived and opened the vehicle’s front trunk, they were confronted with a gruesome scene: the chopped-up, decomposed remains of a young girl.
According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office, the victim was later identified as 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, who had been reported missing more than a year earlier in Lake Elsinore, California. At the time of her disappearance, she was only 13 years old.
Investigators noted that her remains included a distinctive tattoo on her right index finger, dark wavy hair, and clothing consistent with what she was last seen wearing: leggings, a tube top, and jewelry including a chain bracelet in the shape of a “W.”
Police quickly determined the Tesla had not been stolen. The vehicle was registered to David Anthony Burke, linking the high-profile musician directly to the horrific discovery.
The Family’s Anguish
For Celeste’s family, the confirmation of her death was devastating but not entirely unexpected. After months without answers, they had already feared the worst.
“As many of you know, Celeste has been identified as the body found last week,” her relatives wrote in a heartbreaking statement. “She was a beloved daughter, sister, cousin, and friend. Our family is heartbroken and devastated by this tragic loss.”
Loved ones launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for her funeral, describing Celeste as “a kind, bright soul who left too soon.”
Lyrics, Videos, and Disturbing Coincidences
The tragedy quickly morphed into a cultural firestorm as fans began combing through d4vd’s music and videos, pointing out unsettling coincidences.
In one leaked 2023 track, Burke sang about a girl named Celeste, with lyrics describing obsession, clothing, and tattoos that eerily matched details of the real teenager. His breakout hit, Romantic Homicide, took on chilling new meaning, especially because it was released on September 7 — Celeste’s actual birthday.
On stage, Burke was known to perform with a casket prop and play both killer and victim in his “One More Dance” music video. In hindsight, fans viewed these performances not as theatrical but as confessions hiding in plain sight.
The Alter Ego: “Itami”
Adding to the unease, an old interview resurfaced in which Burke described an alter ego he had created, called Itami — the Japanese word for “pain.” He said he envisioned Itami as a murderous persona, inspired by Fight Club’s Tyler Durden, who committed violent acts while the protagonist struggled to solve crimes linked to himself.
At the time, it seemed like a dark creative concept. But now, with the allegations against him, the words feel ominously close to reality.
The Raid and the Murder Weapon
As the investigation deepened, detectives executed a search warrant at a home tied to Burke. Neighbors described the scene as “something out of a TV crime drama,” with officers hauling out electronics, clothing, and bags of evidence.
According to sources, the most damning discovery came days later: investigators allegedly recovered what they believe to be the murder weapon used in Celeste’s killing.
Almost immediately after news of the raid broke, Burke abruptly canceled the remainder of his Withered tour, including a scheduled September 17 performance in Seattle. His representatives insisted he was “fully cooperating” with police, but fans noted the sudden cancellations coincided directly with the investigation closing in.
A Trail of Online Clues
As detectives worked to build their case, the internet unearthed a disturbing trail of digital breadcrumbs.
In one 2024 TikTok, Burke referenced Hello Kitty — a detail that matched Celeste’s last known outfit of Hello Kitty sandals.
Fans pointed to Discord chats where Celeste allegedly vented about her parents refusing to let her see Burke, fueling speculation that she was being groomed.
A resurfaced livestream clip showed Celeste calling Burke a “pedophile” to his face, with him immediately demanding moderators delete all evidence of the exchange.
Other screenshots circulating online showed captions allegedly posted by Burke alongside violent images, including one where a knife was pointed at a girl’s head with the caption: “Me if I see her talking with other dudes.”
A Second “Celeste”?
The scandal deepened when fans pointed out that Burke also appeared to interact online with an older woman named Celeste Herrera, who bore a striking resemblance to the younger victim. Some speculated that Burke may have fixated on the second Celeste as a substitute after losing contact with the first.
Celeste Rivas’s brother also came forward online, claiming Burke was fully aware of his sister’s age and had even spoken about waiting for her to turn 18 before proposing.
The Public Backlash
As details mounted, public outrage exploded. Social media posts compared Burke to infamous predators like R. Kelly, suggesting that warning signs had been ignored until it was too late.
“At minimum, David should be in jail for being with a minor,” one viral post read. “He’s Gen Z’s R. Kelly.”
Others went further, comparing him to Sean “Diddy” Combs, who has faced his own series of allegations, writing: “This guy makes Diddy look like a saint.”
Candlelight Vigils and Community Grief
Back in Lake Elsinore, the community gathered to mourn Celeste with a candlelight vigil. Dozens of classmates and neighbors brought flowers and candles, remembering her as a bright young girl who should have been focused on schoolwork, not caught in a deadly entanglement with a celebrity.
One local mother summed up the mood: “I feel so bad for Celeste. She was only 11 when she first met him, and he was already older. She was groomed and manipulated. So many people knew, but nobody spoke out. Now she’s gone.”
The Legal Fallout
With the identification of Celeste’s body, the discovery of suspected evidence in Burke’s home, and the issuance of an arrest warrant, the case is now on the cusp of becoming one of the biggest celebrity trials of the decade.
Former prosecutors have noted that even if decomposition made it difficult to determine the exact cause of death, forensic evidence — such as fractures in the hyoid bone consistent with strangulation — could still prove critical in court.
For now, police say Burke is “wanted for questioning,” but his abrupt tour cancellation and reports that he fled his home have only fueled speculation that he is evading authorities.
A Dark Reflection of Fame
The d4vd case has triggered wider debates about the music industry’s role in enabling harmful behavior. Fans and critics alike are asking how such disturbing signs went unchecked: lyrics naming minors, fan interactions with underage girls, and imagery that blurred the line between performance and reality.
“This isn’t just about one girl’s tragic death,” one commentator noted. “It’s about whether fame keeps shielding stars until the truth finally bursts into the open.”
As the investigation moves forward, all eyes are now on the LAPD and prosecutors. If charges are filed, the trial could rival past celebrity scandals in its scale and impact — reshaping the conversation around celebrity culture, power, and accountability in America.
For Celeste’s grieving family, though, the case is not about fame or headlines. It is about justice for their daughter, whose life ended far too soon