Teen's Identity Confirmed in Singer's Texas-Registered Tesla

Rising Star Faces Scrutiny Amid Tragic Discovery

A young singer from Texas is now under increased public and legal scrutiny after a body found in his impounded vehicle was identified as a 15-year-old girl from California who went missing in 2024. The incident has sparked widespread concern and raised questions about the artist's recent activities.

The Tesla, which was discovered abandoned in Los Angeles earlier this month, is registered to the singer D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke. The vehicle is linked to an address in Hempstead, Texas, approximately 55 miles northwest of his hometown in Houston. It bore a Texas license plate. According to local news reports, the car was found in an impound lot, and authorities were alerted due to a foul odor emanating from it.

Officials confirmed that the body recovered from the front trunk of the Tesla belonged to Celeste Rivas, a 15-year-old girl from California. She had been reported missing after running away in April 2024. However, the report notes that she had previously gone missing and returned home before the most recent disappearance. Her remains were found in a bag inside the car, and officials stated that the body was in a state of decomposition, indicating that she had been deceased for some time. The cause of death has not yet been determined.

Law enforcement officers conducted a search of a home near where the Tesla was originally found before it was impounded. Evidence bags were reportedly removed from the property. TMZ reported that the singer resides at the location that was searched. Multiple sources have noted that Rivas had a tattoo on her right index finger that read "Shhh...", a detail that matches a similar tattoo on the singer’s own finger.

At this time, D4vd has not been arrested in connection with the discovery of Rivas' body in the Tesla. However, multiple reports indicate that he has been cooperating with the police during the investigation.

Who Is D4vd?

D4vd, whose name is pronounced "David," has gained significant popularity in the music industry. He has over 30 million monthly listeners on Spotify and has performed at major festivals such as Coachella and Austin City Limits. His hit songs include “Romantic Homicide,” “Here With Me,” and “Sleep Well.”

He is currently on tour promoting his debut album, Withered, which was released in April. On September 4, he partnered with Epic Games to release Fortnite's first-ever official anthem, “Locked & Loaded.” His tour schedule includes stops in San Francisco and Los Angeles on September 19 and 20, respectively, before heading to Europe in October. However, he canceled a show scheduled for September 17 in Seattle, the same day that Rivas’ body was identified.

It is unclear whether his remaining U.S. tour dates will be affected. Both The Warfield in San Francisco and The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles still list his Friday show on their event calendars, with ticket purchase links available. KENAPANGGAK.COM has reached out to both venues for further information and requested a statement from D4vd's publicists.

Social Media Activity and Public Response

D4vd has not posted on his social media platforms since shortly before his vehicle was found on September 8. On September 5, he shared an Instagram post with the caption, “i start media training tomorrow guys wish me luck...” His last post on X (formerly Twitter) was on September 7, announcing a deluxe edition of his debut album set for release on September 19. His Facebook page, managed by Interscope Records, has not been updated since February 4, when his debut album was announced.

As of now, D4vd is listed on the Interscope Records website under the "IGA Artist Hub." The record company also represents a wide range of artists, including Selena Gomez, BTS, Billie Eilish, and many others. KENAPANGGAK.COM has contacted Interscope for a comment.

Leaked Song and Age of the Singer

TMZ reported that an unfinished song titled “Celeste,” produced in 2023, has been leaked online. The title of the song appears to reference the missing girl, adding another layer of complexity to the ongoing investigation.

D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, is 20 years old. As the investigation continues, fans and the public are watching closely to see how the situation unfolds.