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On Tuesday evening, the US artist D4VD was on stage in Minneapolis as planned- Although the police in Los Angeles found a “strongly decayed” victim in the trunk of a Tesla who is registered on the singer.
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According to an insider, D4VD was informed about the ongoing investigations and “cooperates” with the authorities, while he continues his “Withered” world tour. In videos of fans you can see how he throws into the audience in the Fillmore Minneapolis Merchandise (“Labux”) and performs his song “Crashing” with Stargast Kali Uchis. He did not go into the death.
The police confirmed that a “strong smell” led to the discovery of the body. The vehicle had previously been towed from the “Bird Streets” in the noble Hollywood Hills and stood in a towing yard on the southern edge of Hollywood.
The forensic doctor of Los Angeles said on Tuesday evening that the victim was a woman with black, corrugated hair and a striking tattoo “Shhh …” on the right index finger. The body was strongly decayed, the age and origin of the woman could not be determined. She was dressed in tube top and black leggings (size S).
Consequences for career and tour
While the investigation continues, Crocs and Hollister pulled their common advertising campaign back with D4VD. In a statement, the brands stated that all content was removed “in respect for the current situation”.
D4VD, bourgeois David Anthony Burke, achieved great awareness in 2022 with “Romantic Homicide” and “Here with me”. His debut album Withered was released in April 2025. The current North America tour runs until September 20, with a final concert in the Greek Theater in Los Angeles. From October, further appearances in Europe, Great Britain and Ireland are planned.