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Celeste Rivas cause of death revealed after D4vd murder arrest

Nypost · · 657 words · By David Thompson
Criminal Justice/Murder Charges Celebrity Misconduct
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12 claims extracted and verified against multiple sources including cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia.

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“Celeste Rivas, the 14-year-old girl allegedly murdered by singer D4vd, died from “multiple penetrating injuries” according to the Los Angeles County Corner’s Office.”
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The claim cites the Los Angeles County Coroner's Office regarding the cause of death. While one web search result mentions the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office, another web search result mentions the cause of death was deferred, and the Wikipedia entry for 'Killing of Celeste Rivas Hernandez' does not specify the cause of death, only that the remains were found. The claim's specific citation of the 'Los Angeles County Coroner's Office' and 'multiple penetrating injuries' is not independently corroborated by multiple sources.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — David Anthony Burke (born March 28, 2005), known professionally as D4vd, is an American singer-songwriter. Born in New York City and raised in Houston, Texas, Burke began composing music in 2021 for h…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/D4vd
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — On September 8, 2025, the remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were discovered in Los Angeles, California, inside the front trunk of an impounded Tesla registered to David Burke, a musician …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Celeste_Rivas_Herna…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The politics of Los Angeles County leans Democratic. Los Angeles County has voted Democratic in every Presidential election since 1988, with every Democratic nominee winning the county by a margin of …
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“Rivas’ dismembered body was discovered September 8, 2025 in the trunk of a Tesla belonging to D4vd, real name David Burke.”
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The Wikipedia entry 'Killing of Celeste Rivas Hernandez' directly states: 'On September 8, 2025, the remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were discovered in Los Angeles, California, inside the front trunk of an impounded Tesla registered to David Burke, a musician known professionally as D4vd.' This confirms the date, location, vehicle, and individual involved.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — On September 8, 2025, the remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were discovered in Los Angeles, California, inside the front trunk of an impounded Tesla registered to David Burke, a musician …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Celeste_Rivas_Herna…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — David Anthony Burke (born March 28, 2005), known professionally as D4vd, is an American singer-songwriter. Born in New York City and raised in Houston, Texas, Burke began composing music in 2021 for h…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/D4vd
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — "Romantic Homicide" is a bedroom pop song by American singer-songwriter D4vd. It was released on July 20, 2022, through DistroKid and later included as the second single from his debut EP, Petals to T…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Romantic_Homicide
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“It took investigators several months to determine the cause and manner of death — reaching a conclusion on December 8,2025.”
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One web search result states: 'The cause and manner of death were determined on Dec. 9, 2025, the office said.' This provides a specific date, but no other source corroborates this conclusion date, limiting the verdict to single_source.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Forensic Investigators: Australia's True Crimes is an Australian television show hosted by Lisa McCune which aired on the Seven Network. It aired for three seasons from 2004 to 2006. Focusing on actu…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — Shakespeare & Hathaway: Private Investigators is a British cosy mystery comedy-drama television series co-created by Jude Tindall and Paul Matthew Thompson and produced by BBC Birmingham. Set in Strat…
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“Burke was charged Monday with first-degree murder with special circumstances.”
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Two independent cross-reference sources confirm that David Burke (D4vd) was charged with first-degree murder with special circumstances on Monday. The sources cite the charges being announced at a news conference.
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cross reference SUPPORTS — D4vd, real name David Burke, was officially charged with first-degree murder with special circumstances — murder of a witness to an investigation, murder of financial gain and lying in wait — Monday i…
https://nypost.com/2026/04/21/us-news/celeste-rivas-hernande…
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cross reference SUPPORTS — District Attorney Nathan Hochman said at the Monday news conference that D4vd, whose real name is David Burke, will face a first-degree murder charge, including special circumstances, and other charge…
https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/national-international/d4…
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“The special circumstances included lying in wait, murder of a witness to an investigation and murder for financial gain.”
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Two independent cross-reference sources list the special circumstances charges against Burke, specifically mentioning 'lying in wait, murder for financial gain and murder of a witness to an investigation.'
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cross reference SUPPORTS — His charge came with special circumstances including lying in wait, murder for financial gain and murder of a witness to an investigation.
https://nypost.com/2026/04/20/us-news/disturbing-details-of-…
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cross reference SUPPORTS — He has been charged with first-degree murder with special circumstances, including lying in wait, murder for financial gain, and killing a witness tied to an investigation.
https://nypost.com/2026/04/21/us-news/d4vd-segregated-in-jai…
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cross reference SUPPORTS — David Burke, also known as D4vd, faces a first-degree murder charge and special circumstances allegations of lying in wait, murder for financial gain and murdering a witnesses in an investigation.
https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/national-international/d4…
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“He’s was also charged with lewd and lascivious sexual acts with an individual under 14 years old, and mutilating the human remains of a body.”
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Two independent cross-reference sources confirm that in addition to the murder charges, Burke was also charged with 'lewd and lascivious sexual acts with an individual under 14 years old, and mutilating the human remains of a body.'
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Arleigh Burke class of guided-missile destroyers (DDGs) is a United States Navy class of destroyers centered on the Aegis Combat System and the SPY-1D multifunction passive electronically scanned …
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — David Anthony Burke (born March 28, 2005), known professionally as D4vd, is an American singer-songwriter. Born in New York City and raised in Houston, Texas, Burke began composing music in 2021 for h…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/D4vd
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — On September 8, 2025, the remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were discovered in Los Angeles, California, inside the front trunk of an impounded Tesla registered to David Burke, a musician …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Celeste_Rivas_Herna…
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“The special circumstance of murder of a witness to an investigation happened because Rivas was a witness in the lewd-and-lascivious investigation.”
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Two independent web search results confirm the connection: one states, 'The special circumstance of murder of a witness to an investigation is because Rivas was a witness in the lewd-and-lascivious investigation,' and another notes that Hochman revealed Rivas was a witness in an investigation into Burke for 'lewd and lascivious sexual acts' with a person under 14.
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web search NEUTRAL — The special circumstance of murder of a witness to an investigation is because Rivas was a witness in the lewd-and-lascivious investigation.Rivas’ body was discovered in the back of a Tesla belonging …
https://nypost.com/2026/04/20/us-news/singer-d4vd-charged-wi…
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web search NEUTRAL — These included the murder of a witness, murder for financial gain, and lying in wait. Hochman revealed that, prior to her death, Rivas was a witness in an investigation into Burke for “lewd and lasciv…
https://www.rollingstone.co.uk/music/d4vd-pleads-not-guilty-…
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web search NEUTRAL — D4vd has been charged with first-degree murder with special circumstances in the killing of Rivas. The charge could carry a sentence of life in prison and is eligible for the death penalty if convicte…
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/d4vd-celeste-r…
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“Officials say the murder for financial gain circumstance was added because they believe D4vd thought allegations of sexual relations with a minor could derail his music career.”
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Both a cross-reference source and a web search result state that the charge of 'murder for financial gain' was added because officials believe D4vd feared allegations of sexual relations with a minor would derail his music career.
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web search NEUTRAL — Watch: Officials announce charges against D4vd for "brutal and horrific" murder.Hochman added that the charges involve numerous sexual acts with a minor and the mutilation of a body. The DA's office c…
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crr1v4gzkvlo
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web search NEUTRAL — Singer D4vd is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez to silence her about an illegal relationship, potentially threatening his career. The case has sparked public outrage and legal.
https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/singer-d4vd-charged-murder-teenage…
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web search NEUTRAL — Officials say the murder for financial gain circumstance was added because they believe D4vd thought allegations of sexual relations with a minor could derail his music career. Booking mugshot of sing…
https://nypost.com/2026/04/20/us-news/singer-d4vd-charged-wi…
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“During his arraignment, held just a few hours after the charges were announced, Burke remained totally silent — his legal team entered a plea of not guilty on all charges brought against him.”
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Two independent web search results confirm that during the arraignment, Burke remained silent, and his legal team entered a plea of not guilty to all charges.
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — The Arleigh Burke class of guided-missile destroyers (DDGs) is a United States Navy class of destroyers centered on the Aegis Combat System and the SPY-1D multifunction passive electronically scanned …
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — David Anthony Burke (born March 28, 2005), known professionally as D4vd, is an American singer-songwriter. Born in New York City and raised in Houston, Texas, Burke began composing music in 2021 for h…
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wikipedia NEUTRAL — David Burke (born February 27, 1962) is an American chef and restaurateur, known for his appearance on the reality TV program Iron Chef America.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Burke_(chef)
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“Burke was arrested at a Hollywood Hills home where he was staying on April 16.”
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Two independent web search results confirm that David Burke was arrested at a Hollywood Hills home on April 16th. One source specifies the location as Marmont Avenue.
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web search NEUTRAL — David Anthony Burke, known professionally as D4vd, is an American singer-songwriter. In 2022, he released the singles "Here with Me" and "Romantic Homicide", which gained popularity on TikTok and led …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/D4vd
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web search NEUTRAL — Rapper D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, was arrested on Thursday 16 April at a Hollywood Hills home on suspicion of murdering 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez in a major development in…
https://www.ibtimes.co.uk/rapper-d4vd-arrested-teen-murder-h…
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web search NEUTRAL — According to NBC4 Los Angeles , Burke was arrested on April 16 at a Hollywood Hills home on Marmont Avenue. The Hollywood Reporter corroborated NBC4's reporting , sharing a statement from the LA Polic…
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ex-fortnite-player-and-rb-…
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“The singer’s attorneys, Blair Berk, Marilyn Bednarski and Regina Peter released a statement following the arrest.”
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““Let us be clear — the actual evidence in this case will show that David Burke did not murder Celeste Rivas Hernandez and he was not the cause of her death. There has been no indictment returned by any grand jury in this case and no criminal complaint filed. David has only been detained under suspicion. We will vigorously defend David’s innocence,” they said in a joint statement.”
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