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Rising singer dismembered teen who threatened to expose him in kiddie pool with chainsaw: DA
Prosecutors allege that singer d4vd killed 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez after she threatened to expose their sexual relationship, with authorities saying the victim’s dismembered remains were found in the trunk of d4vd’s Tesla. Reports describe purchases of two chainsaws and a body bag online and detail a sequence leading to the April 2025 death and September 2025 discovery. Fox News highlights the DA’s update at arraignment and charges of murder, child sex abuse, and unlawful mutilation, while CNN coverage emphasizes the timeline and alleged concealment, including the weaponry and disposal methods.
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Body bag bought online was part of d4vd’s scheme to kill 14-year-old to hide their intimate relationship, prosecutors say
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story includes graphic and disturbing details. Prosecutors have laid out a detailed and grisly timeline in their case against singer d4vd, who is accused of sexually abusing Celeste Rivas Hernandez starting when she was 13, then fatally stabbing her when she – at 14 years old – threatened to expose.
Body bag bought online was part of d4vd’s scheme to kill 14-year-old to hide his sexual abuse, prosecutors say
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story includes graphic and disturbing details. Prosecutors have laid out a detailed and grisly timeline in their case against singer d4vd, who is accused of sexually abusing Celeste Rivas Hernandez starting when she was 13, then fatally stabbing her when she – at 14 years old – threatened to expose.
Rising singer dismembered teen who threatened to expose him in kiddie pool with chainsaw: DA
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman speaks outside of court after Nick Reiner’s arraignment and gives an update on the case. A 14-year-old California girl was dismembered with a chainsaw in a backyard inflatable pool after threatening to expose her alleged child predator ex-boyfriend, according to Los.