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Teen Found Dead in Suspect's Tesla, Investigation Ongoing

11/23/2025

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Celeste Rivas Hernandez, 15, was found dead September 8, 2025, in the trunk of David Anthony Burke (D4vd)'s Tesla, one day after her birthday.
Investigators believe the dismembered body was partially frozen before being placed in the car, complicating the death determination.
David Anthony Burke (D4vd) is identified as a suspect but has not been charged.
A second unidentified suspect may be involved, and the investigation remains ongoing.

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Story summary

Celeste Rivas Hernandez, 15, was found dead September 8, 2025, in the trunk of David Anthony Burke (D4vd)'s Tesla, one day after her birthday.
Investigators believe the dismembered body was partially frozen before being placed in the car, complicating the death determination.
David Anthony Burke (D4vd) is identified as a suspect but has not been charged.
A second unidentified suspect may be involved, and the investigation remains ongoing.