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D4vd Under Investigation for Gruesome Murder of Celeste Rivas

2/26/2026

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David Anthony Burke, known professionally as D4vd, is under investigation for the murder of Celeste Rivas.
Court documents show Rivas' dismembered body was found in the trunk of Burke's abandoned Tesla in Hollywood.
The Los Angeles Police Department discovered the remains on September 8, following reports of a foul odor from the vehicle.
A grand jury is probing Burke for possible involvement.
Dawud Burke has testified in the case.

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Story summary

David Anthony Burke, known professionally as D4vd, is under investigation for the murder of Celeste Rivas.
Court documents show Rivas' dismembered body was found in the trunk of Burke's abandoned Tesla in Hollywood.
The Los Angeles Police Department discovered the remains on September 8, following reports of a foul odor from the vehicle.
A grand jury is probing Burke for possible involvement.
Dawud Burke has testified in the case.