About This Episode
American singer D4vd — known for hits such as Romantic Homicide — was arrested in May 2026 and charged with the murder of 16-year-old Celeste Rivas, after her body was discovered in the trunk of a Tesla. The case has generated massive media attention across the United States and has now reached a wider true crime audience, with the podcast Untold True Crime releasing a dedicated episode covering the full sequence of events.
A teenager found in a trunk
Celeste Rivas was just 16 years old when she disappeared under circumstances that have not yet been fully disclosed to the public. Her body was subsequently found in the trunk of a Tesla, triggering a police investigation that quickly focused on singer D4vd. The precise time and location of the discovery, as well as what led investigators to the specific vehicle, have not yet been confirmed in court.
The case raises serious questions about what happened in the hours leading up to Celeste's death — and, crucially, about the nature of her relationship with the singer.
D4vd: From streaming sensation to murder charge
D4vd is a young American singer and producer who broke through on global streaming platforms with his melancholic blend of indie-pop and R&B. His music has attracted tens of thousands of fans around the world, and the arrest is therefore not simply a crime story — it is a cultural shock for an entire generation of young music lovers.
The singer has not publicly commented on the charge, and his attorney has not issued any official statement at this time. In the United States, a person is presumed innocent until proven guilty, and the trial is expected to draw intense press coverage in the months ahead.
Untold True Crime puts the case in the spotlight
The English-language podcast Untold True Crime, available at truecrime.news, has just published an episode that walks through the known details of the case — from the first missing-person reports to the arrest of D4vd. The podcast is known for its journalistic approach to current and controversial cases, and the episode has already been widely shared across social media.
For true crime followers, the case serves as a reminder that fame and celebrity offer no protection from the scrutiny of the justice system — a recurring theme in many of the genre's most high-profile stories.
What happens next?
D4vd remains in custody as the investigation continues. Prosecutors must decide within the legally required timeframe whether sufficient grounds exist to file a formal indictment. The case is being closely followed by both media outlets and true crime communities, and further details about the circumstances of the murder are expected to emerge as the legal process moves forward.
TrueCrime.News is following the case and will update as new information is confirmed.
