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Los Angeles, Singer D4vd Arrested in Connection with Death of Teen Celeste Rivas Hernandez
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Singer D4vd Arrested in Connection with Death of Teen Celeste Rivas Hernandez; Case to Be Reviewed by District Attorney
Authorities in Los Angeles have arrested D4vd in connection with the death of a teenage girl identified as Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
According to law enforcement officials, the 14-year-old victim, Celeste Rivas Hernandez, was discovered in September 2025 inside the trunk of an impounded Tesla reportedly linked to the artist. Due to the advanced state of decomposition and dismemberment, medical examiners initially encountered significant challenges in determining the exact cause of death.
Following an extensive investigation, detectives have confirmed that the manner of death has been ruled a homicide.
D4vd, whose legal name is David Burke, is currently being held without bail, officials said. The case is expected to be formally presented to the district attorney’s office for filing consideration.
Authorities have not yet released full details regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Klein Oak Athletics formally confirmed the tragic passing of student-athlete Kenrik “Kenny” Kabano in a statement released on April 21, prompting an outpouring of grief from the school community in Spring, Texas, and beyond.
In the statement, Klein Oak Athletic Director Brandon Carpenter paid tribute to Kabano’s exceptional character and achievements, both on and off the court.
“Kenny Kabano was one of the absolute best young people on our campus at Klein Oak,” Carpenter said. “In addition to being a phenomenal basketball player and a First Team All-District selection, he was also recognized as Academic All-District and earned THSCA Academic All-State honors. Kenny was a kind-hearted individual, genuinely loved by everyone who knew him, and a true representation of what it means to be a Klein Oak student-athlete. He will be deeply missed.”
Following the devastating loss of Kabano and his mother, Rosine, in a car crash in Spring, Texas, community members and family friends have come together to support the grieving family. A GoFundMe campaign titled “Support for the Kabano Family After Tragic Loss” has been launched to assist with funeral expenses and provide financial relief to surviving relatives.
Organizers of the fundraiser are encouraging the public to contribute and share the campaign widely in honor of the lives lost. As of Tuesday, the initiative had raised more than $42,000, reflecting the widespread compassion and solidarity from those touched by the tragedy in Spring, Texas, and surrounding communities.