On September 8, 2025, human remains were discovered in an abandoned Tesla in Los Angeles. Forensic analysis confirmed the victim as 15-year-old Celeste Rivas, just a day after her birthday. Her body was reportedly not intact, raising questions about the circumstances leading to her death.
The Tesla was registered under 20-year-old rapper D4vd’s name. While no charges have been filed against him, allegations have emerged suggesting he may have known her prior to her death. Law enforcement is investigating the connection, and they have obtained a search warrant for a residence tied to him, seizing electronic devices as part of the inquiry.
Sources claim that many of D4vd’s friends thought Celeste was at least 19. She often attended parties in LA, including venues with strict age restrictions, and allegedly used multiple fake IDs to appear older. These factors contributed to the perception that she was a college student and part of adult social circles.
Law enforcement sources suggest she came from a “troubled home” and had run away multiple times in 2024. On previous occasions, she was found in locations like the Hollywood Hills, indicating repeated attempts to escape her home environment.
Authorities are treating the matter as a death investigation, not a confirmed homicide. They are gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and trying to piece together Celeste’s last movements and interactions. Analysts have noted that D4vd’s lack of arrest so far reflects that investigators are likely trying to understand the full context and confirm any potential criminal involvement.
While D4vd is tied to the vehicle where Celeste’s remains were found, the investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not publicly concluded whether he had direct involvement in her death. The case remains fluid, with new revelations surfacing regularly about her age, social interactions, and family background.