In a shocking discovery, the decomposed body of a 15-year-old girl has been identified after being found wrapped in plastic in the trunk of a car owned by singer David Anthony Burke, known professionally as David. The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner confirmed that the victim was Celeste Rivas, who had been reported missing for over a year. Her mother expressed concern upon learning of the discovery, noting a peculiar coincidence: her daughter’s boyfriend also shares the same name as the singer.
The grim revelation occurred earlier this month when workers at a towing yard in Hollywood detected a strong, foul odor emanating from a vehicle. Upon investigation, police discovered the body in the trunk of a Tesla that had been reported missing and subsequently towed from the Hollywood Hills. Authorities believe the remains were placed in the trunk approximately five days before the car was towed.
Celeste was last seen in Lake Elsinore, California, on April 5, 2024, when she was just 13 years old. The missing persons poster described her as 5’2″, with wavy hair and a specific tattoo on her right index finger reading “sh.” Interestingly, David also has the same tattoo, although similar ink is popular among various celebrities.
Details surrounding Celeste’s disappearance remain scarce, and investigators have yet to establish a clear link between her and the singer. While David’s representatives maintain that he is fully cooperating with the ongoing investigation, authorities have not publicly named him as a suspect or person of interest. Nevertheless, speculation has arisen, particularly due to certain lyrics from David’s previous songs that some fans have interpreted as alluding to violent themes.
A recently leaked, unreleased song by David contains lyrics that mention a girl named Celeste, further fueling speculation about possible connections to the case. Following the discovery of Celeste’s body, several brands, including Crocs and Hollister, have halted marketing campaigns featuring David, indicating the serious implications of the investigation.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities have searched a residence near where the Tesla was abandoned, collecting computers and other items as part of their inquiry. While the cause of death remains undetermined, the LAPD is treating the case as a homicide, with investigators focused on gathering evidence from both the vehicle and the victim’s remains.
Retired FBI agent Colin Schmidt emphasized the importance of the body as a critical piece of evidence, noting that it would provide vital information regarding the circumstances of Celeste’s death. Additionally, the Tesla, equipped with advanced onboard technology, is expected to yield crucial data that could assist in piecing together the timeline of events leading up to her tragic demise.
While David has not been charged with any crime and remains cooperative with law enforcement, the investigation continues to garner public attention. With the case evolving rapidly, authorities aim to unravel the details surrounding Celeste’s disappearance and the events that led to her untimely death, hoping to bring closure to her grieving family and friends.
