The investigation into the disappearance and tragic death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez has taken a new turn as singer D4vd, also known as David Anthony Burke, and his manager have vacated a Hollywood residence under scrutiny. The $5 million mansion, previously owned by Oscar-winning actor Halle Berry, became a focal point after Los Angeles police executed a search warrant, uncovering potential evidence related to the case.
Celeste was reported missing from her Lake Elsinore home in April 2024 at the age of 13. After multiple disappearances throughout that year, the search tragically ended three weeks ago when her dismembered body was discovered in a Tesla’s front trunk. The vehicle is registered to D4vd and was located in an impound yard in Hollywood after being towed from a nearby street close to the mansion on Doheny Place.
Malden Trifunovic, the property’s owner, expressed his astonishment upon learning about the connection, stating that he was unaware of D4vd’s residency. The embarrassment compounded when his tenant, John Marshall – D4vd’s manager – abruptly ended the lease just days after police combed through the residence.
“The decedent was found severely decomposed inside a vehicle,” confirmed the LA Medical Examiner’s Office to SFGATE, indicating that Celeste had been deceased for some time before the discovery.
Public curiosity and concern have been ignited since D4vd’s association with the vehicle came to light. Online communities have scrutinized various photos and videos, suggesting prior connections between D4vd and Celeste, both of whom reportedly bear matching “Shhh…” tattoos on their fingers.
As the lead singer of “Romantic Homicide,” D4vd enjoys substantial fame with over 38 million monthly Spotify listeners. The tour he was on came to an abrupt halt following the recent developments. To date, neither D4vd nor his manager has publicly addressed the situation or faced charges related to the investigation, despite the intense public attention.
Law enforcement remains silent on further details, maintaining that several pieces of evidence collected from the mansion are under analysis. The lack of new information has done little to quell public speculation and scrutiny.
This case continues to unfold under the watchful eyes of both authorities and the public, leaving many questions unanswered and a community grieving the loss of a young life cut tragically short.