Celeste Rivas' Death Cause Unveiled After D4vd Murder Charge

The cause of Celeste Rivas' death was revealed shortly after R&B singer D4vd was charged with her murder. The 14-year-old died from multiple penetrating injuries, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office. This case has gained significant attention due to its connection with D4vd.

Details of the Autopsy and Toxicology

An autopsy revealed that Rivas suffered extensive injuries, including wounds on her torso and dismemberment. Toxicology reports showed presumptive positive results for various drugs, but further testing is needed for confirmation. Her death was ruled a homicide.

Discovery and Investigation

Rivas' body was discovered in the trunk of a Tesla registered to D4vd on September 8, 2025. Initially reported missing in April 2024, her case drew national interest only after this grim discovery. Authorities believe she may have been deceased for "several weeks" before the body was found.

D4vd's Tesla had been impounded following a parking violation citation days before Rivas’ body was found. Following her body’s discovery, police searched a nearby home linked with the investigation.

Current Legal Proceedings

D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, canceled his tour and postponed his album release amid the ongoing investigation. He is cooperating with authorities but has not been named a suspect in Rivas’ death. His attorneys claim there is no evidence directly implicating him in the murder.

The family of Celeste Rivas set up a GoFundMe page to cover funeral costs, expressing their heartbreak over the loss of their beloved daughter and sister. The page successfully raised over $24,000 for her funeral expenses.