In a shocking turn of events, the investigation into the tragic death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez has taken a bizarre twist, drawing attention to the family home of rising singer D4vd in Hempstead, Texas. On September 18, shortly after Celeste’s body was discovered in a car registered to the artist, police arrived at D4vd’s residence with guns drawn, responding to reports of gunfire and a woman screaming. This incident has raised questions about whether D4vd or his family are being deliberately targeted in a potentially malicious swatting incident.
As officers approached the home, body camera footage captured the tension of the moment. Officers, alerted to a supposed emergency, cautiously approached the front door while ensuring their safety. D4vd’s parents, visibly confused and frightened, initially shut the door on officers before realizing the gravity of the situation. The police, who had received reports of gunfire from an out-of-state number, were on high alert. “Someone’s messing with us,” one officer was heard saying, suggesting the possibility that a prank or malicious intent lay behind the call.
The situation escalated quickly; however, after a thorough investigation, it became clear that the emergency call was unfounded. Officers spent an additional 20 minutes on the property to ensure there were no lingering threats. Meanwhile, D4vd’s family appeared shaken, grappling with the implications of the recent discovery of Celeste’s body and now this unexpected police intervention.
Celeste Rivas Hernandez was found in the trunk of D4vd’s Tesla, which had been parked in a public area of Los Angeles for weeks prior to her discovery. The circumstances surrounding her death remain murky, with the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner still awaiting toxicology results to determine the cause and manner of her death. This lack of clarity has left authorities and the public alike speculating about the nature of her demise and whether any foul play was involved.
In a recent statement, LAPD Captain Scott Williams confirmed that while Celeste’s body was identified, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been named. “We know for sure that Celeste Rivas Hernandez died and someone placed her body in the front trunk area of David Burke’s Tesla,” Williams stated, underscoring the importance of continued investigative efforts.
Adding to the complexity of the case, Celeste’s apparent ex-boyfriend has spoken out, claiming she was in distress prior to her death, hinting at issues at home and a desire to escape her circumstances. This testimony raises further questions about her lifestyle and relationships, which investigators are delving into as they work to construct a clearer picture of her last days.
The swatting incident at D4vd’s home has prompted speculation about whether he is being framed or targeted due to the circumstances surrounding Celeste’s death. Experts suggest that the timing of the swatting call—shortly after a highly publicized investigation into a tragic death—could be a calculated attempt to further complicate matters for the young artist. Retired FBI agent Colin Schmidt noted, “There are bad actors that understand how to bring harm to somebody by way of swatting.”
As the investigation unfolds, the LAPD continues to gather evidence and analyze leads, including the potential connection between the swatting call and the discovery of Celeste’s body. They are likely reaching out to various agencies to track the origin of the call, which may have been made using technology designed to mask the caller’s true location.
In the wake of these developments, the public is left grappling with the unsettling nature of the situation. With the investigation still in its early stages and no clear answers in sight, both D4vd’s family and the community are left to ponder the implications of these events and the tragic loss of a young life. As the LAPD works diligently to uncover the truth, many questions remain unanswered, leaving a community in mourning and a young artist’s future hanging in the balance.