Cause of death revealed for Celeste Rivas Hernandez, teen found in singer D4vd's Tesla

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Wednesday, April 22, 2026 7:20PM
Family of 14-year-old girl speaks out after D4vd charged with murder

LOS ANGELES -- Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the teenage girl who was found dismembered in a Tesla belonging to musician D4vd last year, died from "multiple penetrating injuries," according to the Medical Examiner's report released on Wednesday.

According to the report, the cause and manner of death for the teen was listed as "multiple penetrating injuries caused by object(s)." The manner of death was ruled a homicide.

The report also shows there were presumptive positives for benzodiazepines and methamphetamine/MDMA in Celeste's system.

D4vd was charged with first-degree murder in the teen's death on Monday.

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The singer D4vd was charged with murder and other counts in connection with the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, prosecutors said.

This is a developing story. This article will continue to be updated as more information becomes available.

ABC News contributed to this report.


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