D4vd Arrested on Suspicion of Teen's Murder: Investigation Details Unveiled
The US singer known as D4vd, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, has been arrested on suspicion of murdering Celeste Rivas Hernandez, a teenage girl who went missing last year. Her remains were discovered in Burke's Tesla, leading to a grand jury investigation.
On Thursday, the Los Angeles Police Department announced that Burke, 21, is being held without bail. The case is set to be presented to the District Attorney's office on Monday.
According to Burke's lawyers, he is innocent. They stated, Let us be clear - actual evidence in this case will show that David Burke did not murder Celeste Rivas Hernandez, and he was not the cause of her death. They added there has been no indictment or complaint filed against him, and he is only detained under suspicion.
The investigation began after a foul odor was reported emanating from a Tesla parked at a Hollywood tow yard, where authorities later found Hernandez's remains, including a decomposed torso and head in a cadaver bag.
Investigators have yet to determine a cause of death. The county's medical examiner indicated that Hernandez may have been dead for several weeks before her body was found. The ongoing investigation has kept the public and media intrigued due to the lack of concrete information surrounding the case, particularly regarding the connection to the popular singer.
Hernandez was reported missing in April 2024, and her family had previously stated that she had run away from their California home before. Following the discovery of her body, interest grew regarding the singer's association with her.
Burke's arrest is the first notable development in the case, which has seen limited updates since a grand jury began examining evidence in December. His family, summoned for testimony in California court, has contested various elements related to the investigation.
The singer had previously cancelled his world tour and distanced himself from the spotlight after the teen's remains were found. His representatives have indicated that he is cooperating with law enforcement.
As the case develops, public interest continues to mount over the details and circumstances surrounding this macabre incident, prompting discussions about the implications on both the victims and the accused.
