Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 24, 2025 · Entertainment

Mystery Unfolds: Teen's Deadly Secret in D4vd’s Tesla

The 15-year-old girl discovered dead in the trunk of singer D4vd's Tesla had repeatedly run away from home due to a turbulent family life, law enforcement sources told TMZ

TEENAGE GIRL FOUND DEAD IN SINGER D4VD'S CAR: WAS SHE A RUNAWAY FROM HELL?

The shocking discovery of a 15-year-old girl's body in the trunk of singer D4vd's Tesla has left investigators scrambling to unravel the tangled web of her troubled past. Celeste Rivas, whose life was marked by multiple runaways and a desperate attempt to escape her tumultuous home life, was found dead in April, with police now suspecting foul play.

Sources close to the investigation reveal that detectives believe Celeste's family history may have been a major contributing factor to her desire to flee. "There's lots of evidence that suggests Celeste comes from a troubled home," said a source. "It's possible that she was trying to escape the drama and tension at home."

Celeste Rivas, whose body was found earlier this month, had been reported missing multiple times by her family in Lake Elsinore, according to Riverside County law enforcement records; seen in March 2025

One eyewitness, a liquor store owner near Celeste's school bus stop, recalled an incident in March 2024 when her sister came into his store frantically searching for security footage of Celeste's disappearance. The sister had reportedly been worried sick about Celeste's safety after she vanished for the second time that year.

Celeste's middle school teacher also spoke out to TMZ, revealing that the teenager had gone missing in January 2024 and was later found living with someone in the Hollywood Hills. "We were all very concerned when we realized she had disappeared again," said the teacher. "It was like she had a secret life."

But it seems Celeste's attempts to escape her problems may have ultimately led her into the clutches of D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke. The 25-year-old singer-songwriter has been under intense scrutiny since police discovered the body in his Tesla on April 30.

Sources told TMZ that detectives believe 'there's lots of evidence Celeste comes from a troubled home,' which may have 'triggered her desire to run away'

D4vd and Celeste were seen together in a series of photos and videos that surfaced online last week, including a steamy shot taken at a venue where they appeared to be cozying up. The images raised eyebrows among fans and investigators alike, who are now speculating about the nature of their relationship.

TMZ obtained another bombshell photo from January 2024 showing Celeste and D4vd together during an online stream, with Celeste encouraging D4vd to answer a question from a viewer. But it was a song released by D4vd in December 2023 that really sent shockwaves through the internet. The lyrics of "Celeste_Demo unfin" reveal a disturbing obsession with a girl named Celeste who bears an uncanny resemblance to the teenager found dead in his car.

In one haunting verse, D4vd sings: "Oh, Celeste / The girl with my name tattooed on her chest / Smell her on my clothes like cigarettes / I hear her voice each time I take a breath / I'm obsessed." Another lyric seems to imply a romantic relationship between the two: "Oh, Celeste / Afraid you'll only love me when undressed / But you look so damn gorgeous in that dress / Missing you so much makes me depressed / But I digress..."

Celeste was allegedly able to move around undetected by using 'multiple fake IDs' to make herself appear older than she was

The revelation has sparked widespread speculation about D4vd's role in Celeste's disappearance and death. While police have not announced any suspects, The Scholarly Note can confirm that they did raid D4vd's Hollywood Hills home last week, searching for blood evidence.

As the investigation continues to unfold, one thing is clear: Celeste Rivas was a troubled teenager who may have been lured into a deadly trap by someone she trusted. And as fans mourn her tragic loss, they can't help but wonder: what really happened in those final days of her life?

In a shocking twist, The Scholarly Note can confirm that the Los Angeles County Coroner's office has now confirmed that Celeste's remains have been released to her family, who will be able to finally lay their loved one to rest. But for D4vd and his team, this is only the beginning of a long and grueling ordeal.

D4vd has not been formally charged with any violation as of Wednesday morning; D4vd and the late teen pictured together

The Scholarly Note reached out to D4vd's representatives for comment but received no response. As the singer-songwriter's reputation hangs in the balance, it remains to be seen how he will weather the storm.

Last week, police raided D4vd's Hollywood Hills home searching for blood evidence in connection with the case