Singer D4vd arrested and held without bail in case tied to teen found dead in Tesla: Police

David Burke, known professionally as singer D4vd, was arrested in Los Angeles in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Hernandez’s decomposed body was discovered in the trunk of an abandoned Tesla Model Y registered to Burke, towed from the Hollywood Hills in September 2025. Burke, a 21-year-old Los Angeles resident, is being held without bail as the Los Angeles Police Department’s Robbery-Homicide Division continues its investigation. The case is set to be presented to the District Attorney’s office for filing consideration. Hernandez had been reported missing in 2024 when she was 13, and was believed to have been killed at age 14, shortly before her body was found on September 8, a day after her 15th birthday. Authorities had not publicly named Burke as a suspect until his arrest, though he was previously the subject of a grand jury investigation earlier this year. Subpoenas issued in January sought testimony from Burke’s family members, revealing that he was the target of the inquiry into Hernandez’s death. The discovery of Hernandez’s body in the Tesla, which was covered with insects and emitting a strong odor of decay, prompted a high-profile investigation. The case has drawn significant attention due to Burke’s rising music career and the tragic circumstances surrounding the young victim. The investigation highlights ongoing concerns about missing and exploited minors in the Los Angeles area, as well as the challenges law enforcement faces in solving such cases. As the legal process moves forward, the community continues to mourn Hernandez, with memorials honoring her life. The outcome of the District Attorney’s review will determine the charges formally filed against Burke, marking a critical step in seeking justice for the teenager and addressing broader issues of public safety and accountability.