Police Seize Key Evidence From Hollywood Hills Home Tied to Singer D4vd in Death Investigation

In a shocking turn of events involving rising music star D4vd (real name David Burke), police have seized a range of potential evidence from a Hollywood Hills home connected to the singer. The search follows the discovery of a decomposed body inside a Tesla registered under D4vd’s name — a case that has now escalated into a full-scale death investigation.

On September 8, Los Angeles city workers were alerted to a foul odor coming from a parked Tesla that had been impounded. When authorities opened the front trunk, they discovered the body of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas, a teenager reported missing earlier this year. Due to the advanced state of decomposition, the cause and manner of death have yet to be determined.

The car was linked to D4vd, prompting police to focus on a luxury home in the Hollywood Hills where the singer had been staying. The property, leased by D4vd’s manager, was reportedly the artist’s primary residence during his time in Los Angeles.

Under a search warrant, investigators entered the home and seized several electronic devices, including computers and hard drives, which will undergo forensic analysis. Detectives also used luminol testing — a technique that detects blood traces invisible to the naked eye — throughout the home. They inspected sinks, drains, and floors, searching for signs of a possible cleanup or struggle. While officials have not publicly disclosed what they found, the use of luminol suggests authorities suspect a violent incident may have occurred inside the property.

In addition to electronics, police collected hair and fiber samples, which may help determine if the victim was ever inside the residence or if any contact occurred between Rivas and individuals connected to the property.

The home itself has now become a focal point of the investigation. Its owner, Mladen Trifunovic, stated that he was unaware D4vd was living there until after the raid. He has since taken steps to terminate the lease, citing the disturbing nature of the investigation. The home is equipped with surveillance cameras, but the landlord says the footage is controlled by the tenants, limiting his access to potentially crucial evidence.

Despite the vehicle being registered to him, D4vd has not been arrested or charged. A statement from his team indicates that he is cooperating fully with authorities. The singer has canceled upcoming tour dates and suspended promotional appearances in the wake of growing media scrutiny.

Celeste Rivas, who had been reported missing multiple times throughout 2024, is remembered by her family as a kind, artistic young girl. Her tragic death has raised serious questions about how she came to be found in a vehicle tied to one of the music industry’s rising talents.

As forensic teams continue analyzing the seized evidence, the LAPD has urged the public to avoid speculation and allow the investigation to proceed. Meanwhile, the family of Celeste Rivas continues to seek answers — and justice.