Shocking Allegations Against Singer D4vd Emerge in Preliminary Hearings
Preliminary hearings have begun in a shocking and disturbing case involving singer D4vd, who stands accused of the murder of a 14-year-old girl. This high-profile case has sent ripples through the music community, with grim details emerging that paint a deeply concerning picture for fans and industry observers.
The Discovery and Victim Identification
On September 9, 2025, the grim discovery that initiated this investigation was reported: a body found in an impounded vehicle in Los Angeles, California. The Los Angeles Police Department responded to a report of a foul odor coming from an impounded car that had been at the property for a couple of days and discovered the body, which had been placed inside a bag. The car was quickly identified as a Tesla, registered to none other than singer D4vd.
Since then, the victim has been identified as Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Court documents allege a long-term relationship between D4vd and Hernandez, spanning several years. Additional details have since come to light, helping to construct a chilling timeline of when the murder was alleged to have occurred, alongside new gruesome court details revealed during the hearings.
An Alleged Timeline of Horrific Events
According to prosecutors, the horrific events began on April 23, 2025. It is alleged that D4vd lured Hernandez to his home, where he then stabbed her and left her to bleed to death. Following this, he reportedly attempted to create an alibi to cover his tracks.
The prosecution further alleges that on May 5, after reportedly ordering various supplies, D4vd mutilated Hernandez’s body. Following this, he is believed to have made multiple visits to a dump site, specifically on May 8 and May 31, presumably in an attempt to dispose of evidence. During the preliminary hearings, chilling photos of Hernandez’s mutilated body were presented. These photos reportedly revealed that her fingers, which bore tattoos linked to D4vd, had been removed.
Public Appearances Amidst Grave Allegations
What has added another layer of shock and bewilderment for fans and industry observers alike is D4vd’s public activities during this alleged period. On May 23, amidst these grave allegations, D4vd attended M!Countdown, where he performed and greeted fellow K-Pop artists. While his performance from that M!Countdown episode has since been removed from YouTube, his other public activities, including busking, have inexplicably remained online, sparking widespread discussion within the K-Pop community.
Financial Motive and What Comes Next
Part of the testimony given in the hearings suggests a disturbing financial motive behind the alleged crime. Prosecutors claim that all of D4vd’s ongoing promotions played a significant part in the rollout of his debut album, implying a link between his career aspirations and the tragic events.
He had guarantees of a minimum of $3 million and a maximum guarantee of $6 million with bonuses that increase… That was a bit of a jaw drop for the family. They told me outside the courtroom that they were shocked how much money that that young man was earning and his potential to earn.
— Patrick Steinfeld, the attorney representing Rivas Hernandez’s family
These ongoing preliminary hearings are crucial as they will ultimately determine if there is sufficient evidence to proceed with a full trial against D4vd. The K-Pop community and the wider public are closely watching as more details emerge from this profoundly unsettling case.
