Grisly Chainsaw Murder: D4vd Allegedly Stabbed Celeste Rivas Hernandez

Prosecutors have outlined new details in the case against D4vd, also known as David Anthony Burke, who is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Burke faces multiple charges, including murder and abuse, while pleading not guilty.

Timeline of Events Leading to the Death

Burke is alleged to have killed Hernandez on April 23, 2025. Two weeks later, he reportedly dismembered her body and left it in his Tesla, which was abandoned in the Hollywood Hills. The vehicle's discovery was crucial to the investigation.

Authorities reconstructed events from physical evidence and witness accounts, noting a foul odor from the car that led to further discoveries. This timeline is central to understanding the unfolding case.

Details from Inside Burke’s Home

A court brief describes how Burke allegedly summoned Hernandez via Uber before fatally stabbing her. Prosecutors claim he used an inflatable pool to contain blood and then dismembered her using a chainsaw.

The plastic found with her remains matched parts of an inflatable pool purchased under a fake name by Burke. Forensic evidence is critical for prosecutorial claims of calculated concealment.

Discovery of Her Remains

The remains were discovered on September 8, 2025, following reports of a smell from an impounded car. This discovery occurred one day after what would have been her 15th birthday, intensifying public concern and heartbreak over the case.