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Teen Found Dead in Singer's Car; Investigation Underway

9/30/2025

Summary

Story summary

Celeste Rivas, 15, was found Sept. 8, 2025, in the trunk of singer D4vd's Tesla.
LAPD Scot Williams said the body likely was dead for weeks before discovery.
The cause and manner of death remain undetermined, pending toxicology results.
D4vd, David Anthony Burke, has not been named a suspect and is cooperating; Rivas's family launched a GoFundMe for funeral costs.

History

Historical Context

The 1994 murder of 15-year-old Polly Klaas in Petaluma, California, sparked public outrage and led to the California Child Safety Act, which implemented stricter penalties for kidnapping. This case highlighted ongoing societal concerns about child safety, similar to the current investigation involving Celeste Rivas, emphasizing the need for protective legislation and community awareness initiatives in response to tragic incidents involving minors.

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Story summary

Celeste Rivas, 15, was found Sept. 8, 2025, in the trunk of singer D4vd's Tesla.
LAPD Scot Williams said the body likely was dead for weeks before discovery.
The cause and manner of death remain undetermined, pending toxicology results.
D4vd, David Anthony Burke, has not been named a suspect and is cooperating; Rivas's family launched a GoFundMe for funeral costs.

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