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Missing Teen Found Dead in Singer's Tesla Trunk

9/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Celeste Rivas, 15, was found September 8, 2025, in a Tesla trunk owned by singer D4vd (David Anthony Burke).
She had been missing since April 2024.
The decomposed body was found in a Hollywood tow yard after foul-odor complaints.
D4vd (David Anthony Burke) remains under investigation. The Los Angeles County Coroner released her remains for a memorial on October 4.

History

Historical Context

The 2012 disappearance of Virginia teenager Hannah Graham underscored the risks of abduction, prompting law enforcement to leverage social media, which resulted in a 30% increase in public tips. The tragic case of Celeste Rivas, discovered in 2025 after going missing in 2024, highlights ongoing concerns about youth safety and the critical need for community vigilance and effective investigative protocols.

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Story summary

Celeste Rivas, 15, was found September 8, 2025, in a Tesla trunk owned by singer D4vd (David Anthony Burke).
She had been missing since April 2024.
The decomposed body was found in a Hollywood tow yard after foul-odor complaints.
D4vd (David Anthony Burke) remains under investigation. The Los Angeles County Coroner released her remains for a memorial on October 4.

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