Celeste Rivas Hernandez Death Investigation
Musician D4vd (David Anthony Burke) is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez in April 2025, with prosecutors alleging he stabbed her after she threatened to expose their relationship, which began when she was 13 and he was 18. As of July 25, 2026, investigators revealed Hernandez was pregnant and had an abortion before her death, with text messages suggesting D4vd impregnated her. Prosecutors presented graphic evidence of her dismembered remains and items allegedly purchased for a cover-up, including chainsaws and a 'burn box,' during the preliminary hearing that began on July 21, 2026. D4vd faces charges of first-degree murder, continuous sexual abuse of a child under 14, and unlawful mutilation of human remains, to which he has pleaded not guilty. Live streamer Neo Langston was arrested and released in connection with the grand jury investigation, having previously testified.
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July 2026 — 2 developments
Celeste Rivas Hernandez Investigation: Victim Was Pregnant, D4vd Impregnated Her, Prosecutors Allege
Investigators revealed that Celeste Rivas Hernandez was pregnant and had an abortion before her death, with text messages suggesting D4vd impregnated her. Prosecutors allege he stabbed her after she threatened to expose their relationship. Evidence presented included items allegedly purchased for a cover-up, such as chainsaws and a 'burn box.' Separately, live streamer Neo Langston was arrested and released in connection with the grand jury investigation.
D4vd's preliminary hearing in Celeste Rivas murder case begins with graphic evidence
The preliminary hearing for musician D4vd began on July 21, 2026, with prosecutors presenting graphic evidence of the dismembered remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors allege Burke murdered Rivas Hernandez in April 2025 to prevent her from exposing their alleged sexual relationship, which began when she was 13 and he was 18. Neo Langston, a friend of D4vd, was arrested in January 2026 for failing to appear as a witness and testified before a grand jury.
June 2026 — 1 developments
D4vd's Preliminary Hearing in Celeste Rivas Murder Case Postponed to July 21
D4vd's preliminary hearing in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez murder case has been postponed to July 21, 2026. The defense requested additional time to review a large volume of digital evidence. A status conference is scheduled for July 7, 2026.
May 2026 — 2 developments
D4vd charged with murder, sexual abuse; bail denied
Singer D4vd, David Anthony Burke, faces additional charges of sexual abuse of a minor and mutilation of a body in connection with Celeste Rivas Hernandez's death. Evidence includes text messages, child pornography, wiretaps, and police body camera footage. Neo Langston, a friend of D4vd, was arrested for failing to appear as a witness, and D4vd has been denied bail.
Singer D4vd Charged with Murder, Abuse, and Mutilation in Teen's Death
Singer D4vd, David Anthony Burke, has been charged with first-degree murder, continuous sexual abuse of a child under 14, and unlawful mutilation of human remains in connection with the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors allege he stabbed her, dismembered her body, and purchased chainsaws and a body bag. D4vd has pleaded not guilty to all charges, with a preliminary hearing scheduled for June 29, 2026.
April 2026 — 4 developments
Singer D4vd charged with first-degree murder in teen's death
Singer D4vd, David Anthony Burke, has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors allege Burke killed Hernandez to protect his music career after she threatened to expose their relationship. Burke was arrested on April 16, 2026, with the investigation beginning in September 2025.
Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with teen's death
Singer D4vd, whose legal name is David Burke, was arrested on April 16, 2026, on suspicion of murder in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Her dismembered body was discovered in September 2025. As of April 17, 2026, no charges have been filed against Burke, and the investigation remains active.
D4vd's Father Testifies Before Grand Jury in Celeste Rivas Hernandez Death Investigation
D4vd's father, Dawud Burke, testified before the grand jury investigating Celeste Rivas Hernandez's death. A private investigator hired by D4vd's landlord has also provided surveillance footage of the Tesla being moved and other evidence to the LAPD. The investigation remains active with no charges filed as of April 2026.
D4vd's Father's Petition to Quash Grand Jury Subpoena Denied in Hernandez Death Probe
D4vd's father's petition to quash a subpoena to testify before the grand jury in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez investigation was denied. The investigation into Hernandez's death, whose body was found in September 2025 in a Tesla registered to D4vd, remains active as of April 2026 with no charges filed.
March 2026 — 1 developments
Neo Langston testifies in Celeste Rivas Hernandez death, cleared from car at time of death
Neo Langston has testified before a Los Angeles County grand jury regarding the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, and investigators have determined he was not in the car with D4vd and Hernandez on the night of her death. As of March 2026, no criminal charges have been filed in the ongoing investigation.
February 2026 — 3 developments
Singer D4vd named 'target' in grand jury probe of teen's death, faces possible murder charge
Singer D4vd, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, has been identified as a "target" in a Los Angeles County grand jury investigation into the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Court documents suggest D4vd may face a murder charge. This development comes as D4vd's friend, Neo Langston, was arrested in Montana in January 2026 for failing to appear as a witness before the grand jury.
D4vd's Family Fights Grand Jury Subpoenas in Celeste Rivas Hernandez Death Probe
D4vd's father, mother, and brother are reportedly fighting grand jury subpoenas related to the investigation into Celeste Rivas Hernandez's death. The family, residing in Texas, argues that their due process rights are being violated as they are asked to testify in Los Angeles.
D4vd's friend Neo Langston testifies before grand jury in Celeste Rivas death probe
Neo Langston, a friend of singer D4vd, appeared before a Los Angeles grand jury on February 4th as part of the investigation into the death of Celeste Rivas. Langston had previously been arrested for failing to appear as a witness. His testimony comes after Rivas' body was found in the trunk of a Tesla registered to D4vd.
January 2026 — 7 developments
Celeste Rivas's Grave Unveiled with AI-Generated Angel Headstone
Celeste Rivas's grave has been unveiled, featuring a headstone with an AI-generated image of her as an angel.
Police state Celeste Rivas death case homicide status remains unclear
Police have stated that it remains "unclear" whether a homicide occurred in the Celeste Rivas death case, despite ongoing investigations and grand jury proceedings.
Neo Langston Reportedly Seen Near Tesla Where Celeste Rivas Hernandez's Body Was Discovered
Investigators reportedly believe Neo Langston may have been seen near the Tesla where Celeste Rivas Hernandez's body was discovered. The article also describes Langston as D4vd's 'boyfriend'.
D4vd's Manager Testifies Before Grand Jury in Celeste Rivas Hernandez Death Probe
D4vd's manager has testified before a grand jury, indicating an intensification of the investigation into Celeste Rivas Hernandez's death. This follows the arrest of Neo Langston, a friend of D4vd, for failing to appear as a witness.
Neo Langston arrested in Montana on warrant for failing to appear in homicide investigation
Neo Langston, a friend of singer D4vd, was arrested in Montana on January 22, 2026, on an out-of-state warrant for failing to appear as a witness in the Celeste Rivas Hernandez homicide investigation. He is being extradited to Los Angeles County.
Private investigator Steve Fischer expresses frustration over lack of charges in Celeste Rivas Hernandez's death
Private investigator Steve Fischer publicly expressed frustration on social media that no one has been charged or officially named as a suspect for any crimes related to Celeste Rivas Hernandez's death.
LA Prosecutors Present Evidence to Grand Jury for Possible D4vd Murder Indictment
Los Angeles prosecutors are presenting evidence to a grand jury for a possible indictment of singer D4vd in connection with Celeste Rivas Hernandez's murder.
December 2025 — 1 developments
D4vd Likely to Face Murder Charges
Multiple sources indicated that D4vd is 'likely' to face murder charges, and the grand jury hearing testimony is expected to operate as the indictment panel.
November 2025 — 5 developments
D4vd allegedly transferred Texas homes to mother after body discovery, suspect in dismemberment
New details allege D4vd is a suspect and an unidentified second suspect helped dismember the body. Additionally, D4vd reportedly transferred ownership of two Texas homes to his mother shortly after Celeste Rivas Hernandez's body was discovered.
LA County Grand Jury Hears Evidence for Murder Charges Against D4vd
Reports emerged that a Los Angeles County grand jury had been convened to hear evidence in the case, with testimony ongoing since mid-November. Prosecutors are reportedly pushing for murder charges against D4vd.
LAPD Deputy Chief Hamilton states 'accountability is coming' in murder investigation
The LAPD publicly classified the case as an 'investigation into murder' for the first time, with Deputy Chief Alan Hamilton stating that 'accountability is coming' and no one, including D4vd, is ruled out as a suspect.
LA Judge Seals Celeste Rivas' Cause of Death at LAPD's Request
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge granted the LAPD's request for a security hold on the medical examiner's findings for Celeste Rivas, sealing all details, including the cause of death, to avoid compromising the investigation.
D4vd identified as suspect in Celeste Rivas's death
D4vd was officially identified as a suspect in Celeste Rivas's death.
October 2025 — 1 developments
Private investigator states Celeste Rivas last seen alive January 2, 2025
A private investigator hired by the owner of the Hollywood Hills home D4vd was renting stated that digital evidence indicates Celeste Rivas was last seen alive on January 2, 2025, and that the Tesla had been parked in its final spot since July 29, 2025.
September 2025 — 2 developments
LAPD Seizes Electronics, Finds Incinerator at D4vd's Hollywood Hills Property
LAPD investigators executed a search warrant at a Hollywood Hills property where D4vd had been staying, seizing electronic materials. A private investigator later stated a 'burn cage' incinerator was also found.
Los Angeles County Medical Examiner Identifies Body as Celeste Rivas Hernandez
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner officially identified the body as Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Due to advanced decomposition, forensic examination was required for identification.