D4vd’s Tesla: The High-Tech Vehicle Poised to Unravel the Celeste Rivas Murder Mystery

LOS ANGELES — As the investigation into the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez intensifies, all eyes are on the black Tesla Model X registered to singer D4vd (David Anthony Burke)—the vehicle where her dismembered remains were discovered in September. With advanced features like GPS tracking, Sentry Mode cameras, and detailed usage logs, the car is emerging as a potential “snitch” in the case, capable of revealing timelines, locations, and even interactions that could tie Burke to the tragedy. Online sleuths and investigators alike are dissecting the Tesla’s digital footprint, from alleged payoff scenes to unreleased song lyrics hinting at violence. While no arrests have been made and Burke denies involvement, the vehicle’s data could prove pivotal in solving what many call a “Hollywood horror story.” For Celeste’s grieving family, every new detail brings both hope and heartbreak.

The Discovery: A Tesla’s Trunk Hides a Gruesome Secret

The saga began on September 8, 2025, when workers at a Hollywood tow yard on North Mansfield Avenue detected a foul odor from an impounded black Tesla Model X. Towed on August 15 after sitting abandoned in the Hollywood Hills, the car—featuring Texas license plates, no front windshield tint, and 20% rear window tint—had gone unclaimed for weeks. Upon opening the front trunk (frunk), staff uncovered black plastic bags containing Celeste’s decomposed remains: her torso and head, severely degraded from months of exposure, with limbs missing.

Celeste, a vibrant teen from Lake Elsinore, California, had vanished on April 5, 2024, at age 13. Identified via dental records and an “SH” tattoo on her index finger—matching one on Burke’s hand—her death remains under coroner’s review, with no official cause or manner determined. LAPD has classified it as suspicious but not yet a homicide, emphasizing no suspects or arrests.

Burke, 20, whose viral hits like “Romantic Homicide” earned him 33 million monthly Spotify listeners, was touring abroad at the time. His team insists he is “fully cooperating,” but the Tesla’s ownership has drawn intense scrutiny. NBCLA footage from September 17 captured the scene: aerial shots of the sleek SUV, its open trunk revealing black material (possibly the body bags, though obscured for sensitivity). Neighbors in Lake Elsinore expressed shock, with one telling reporters, “She was lively… I wouldn’t expect anything like that.”

Celeste’s brother, Matthew Rivas, told NBC News the family knew of her ties to “the singer David.” He alleged she often left with Burke in “that same vehicle” and was en route to a movie with him when she disappeared. “He would drop her off in that same vehicle that was supposedly abandoned,” Matthew said, linking the Tesla directly to their interactions.

The Tesla’s Tech Arsenal: GPS, Cameras, and Logs as Key Evidence

What makes the Tesla a potential “downfall” for Burke isn’t just its registration—it’s the trove of data embedded in its systems. Modern Teslas, especially the 2022+ Model X, function as rolling computers, logging everything from routes to interactions. Investigators, possibly with FBI assistance, are subpoenaing records that could reconstruct events leading to Celeste’s death.

GPS and Location Data: Tesla’s built-in GPS tracks every stop, charge, and drive. Supercharger usage logs—required for every session—could pinpoint visits near Lake Elsinore or Hollywood Hills. Cross-referenced with Burke’s phone pings, it might confirm meetups or payoffs. As one Reddit user noted in a viral post titled “David, You’re Done,” “They’re going to use Tesla’s GPS logs to confirm if you met near Celeste’s house… and possible payoffs to kids.”

Sentry Mode and Cameras: Activated when parked, Sentry Mode records 360-degree footage via external cameras, storing up to 10 days of clips. Even if deleted, cloud backups or black box data could capture who approached the car—and when the body was placed inside. Dash cam and cabin footage might show Celeste entering or exiting. “If a car can snitch, it’s going to be that one,” the Reddit thread quipped, referencing cases like the 2023 Tampa murder where Tesla footage identified killers in 4K.

Device Pairing and Interface Logs: Bluetooth connections could reveal if Celeste’s iPhone paired for calls, music, or navigation. Tools like Cellebrite can extract deleted messages from seized Wi-Fi routers or phones, syncing with Tesla data for timelines.

Physical Traces: Forensic teams are scouring the vegan white interior for DNA, hair, fibers, or blood—especially in carpets and drains. The trunk’s condition suggests the body was added months earlier, possibly aligning with Burke’s tour schedule (April 2025 Coachella performance).

A Reddit timeline on r/D4vdUnfiltered (a “free speech” subreddit) maps the Tesla’s movements: spotted shifting streets in May 2025, left for three weeks before impoundment on September 7 (Celeste’s 15th birthday), and towed the next day. Users speculate it was parked to monitor decomposition while Burke promoted his Withered album (15 tracks, echoing her age).

Alleged Payoffs and Photos: The Tesla Ties It All Together

Photos linking the Tesla to suspicious activity have circulated widely. One from December 14, 2024, allegedly shows Burke exiting the Model X near Lake Elsinore, handing cash (over $1,000) to teens—purportedly “hush money” for silence on his relationship with Celeste. A TikTok video claims an insider sourced it: “To hide his little secret of him dating a minor.” Another angle confirms the car’s white interior and seats.

A separate image, from Celeste’s alleged “YayWoohoo7” account, shows a liquor bottle inside the Tesla—damning given her underage status. “Proof she’d been inside that car,” commenters noted. The bottle’s placement matches the Model X’s ultra-white vegan leather.

These visuals, combined with family claims of Burke “pulling up” in the Tesla to pick up/drop off Celeste, suggest it was central to their interactions. Speculation includes payoffs to Discord members (young fans) for secrecy, with Venmo/Cash App records potentially verifiable via Tesla’s Apple Pay logs or ATM withdrawals.

Creepy Lyrics and Timelines: Art Imitating Life?

Burke’s unreleased track “Blood to Spill,” verified by DJ Akademiks, adds a chilling layer: “We got blood to spill all over the new car seats… You’re bleeding out… Silent treatment.” Released post-discovery, it aligns with the timeline: Celeste’s alleged pregnancy announcement (July 2025 Discord), breakup hints (April 25), and disappearance.

The r/D4vdUnfiltered timeline weaves music releases with events:

Late 2021: Burke meets Celeste (age 11).
September 7, 2022 (her 12th birthday): “Romantic Homicide” video drops.
December 2023: “Celeste” song leaks.
January 11, 2024: Live stream with her.
February 7, 2024: TikTok about “Hello Kitty girl” met in 2021.
April 5, 2024: She vanishes en route to movie with him.
June 27, 2024: Backstage with his brother, wearing Hello Kitty Crocs.
July 2025: Pregnancy mention; no more messages from her.
September 7, 2025: Tesla impounded on her 15th birthday; Burke’s last post promotes 15-song album.

Fans tie releases like “Birthday Suicide” (September 7, 2023) to her birthdays, speculating symbolic gestures. A February 2025 video of Burke cleaning her Jordan 4s (shoes she wore) and her repost about a “baby daddy” fuel pregnancy theories—possibly motivating foul play.

Fallout and Flight: Burke’s Empire Crumbles

The Tesla’s role has accelerated Burke’s downfall. Tours canceled (Seattle scrapped September 17); Interscope halted promotions. Brands like Crocs/Hollister severed ties. Streams plummeted; fans burn merch, delete playlists.

Reports claim Burke ended his Hollywood Hills lease amid the probe—sparking “fleeing the U.S.” rumors. A September 18 LAPD raid seized encrypted drives, hidden cameras, and a coded notebook from the home, blocks from the abandonment site.

Celeste’s family grieves amid media intrusion; her brother questions the “abandoned” narrative. A GoFundMe aids burial costs.

A “Snitching” Car in a Digital Witch Hunt

No crime classification yet—autopsy pending toxicology—but the Tesla’s data could change that. As one analyst said, “Teslas record everything; they’re everywhere.” Online, r/D4vdUnfiltered compiles evidence, but skeptics warn of misinformation.

For Celeste—a “lively” artist who loved music—the Tesla symbolizes lost innocence. Her mother seeks answers; the family faces reporters at their door. As Burke’s silence grows (no posts since September 7), the car may indeed be his undoing—exposing secrets in a case blending fame, tech, and tragedy. Updates as forensics unfold.