Unsealed documents name d4vd as the target of the murder investigation. What grand jury, court documents and media reports have officially proven so far.
US musician d4vd is at the center of an ongoing murder investigation in Los Angeles. As the industry magazine “Billboard” reports, citing unsealed court documents, the public prosecutor’s office lists him as a target for a grand jury. The committee has been examining since November 2025 whether there is enough evidence for an indictment. The public prosecutor has not yet filed a formal charge.
To understand: A grand jury is a body of citizens that meets privately and decides whether the public prosecutor can bring charges. The committee checks whether there is sufficient evidence for regular criminal proceedings.
Discovery of the body
The investigation was triggered by the discovery of Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s body on September 8, 2025. After a tow yard employee reported a strong smell of decomposition, the police discovered the girl’s body in a Tesla registered to d4vd. The car is said to have been sitting in the yard for several days. The girl had been reported missing since April 2024 and was 14 years old at the time of her death.
According to media reports, the remains lay decomposed in two body bags in the front trunk of the vehicle. The authorities have not yet made public any information about the cause of death or the exact time of death; they remain part of the ongoing investigation.
In the court papers that have now been unsealed, the investigators explicitly refer to d4vd as a “target,” which suggests there is substantial evidence. Parts of the file became public through a legal dispute between his parents. There is no complete access to all documents.
Role of the family
The documents reveal that d4vd’s parents and brother were subpoenaed to testify before the grand jury. The family lives in Texas and sued the subpoenas to avoid having to testify in person in California. Because of this, the documents were unsealed. The questioning of relatives should aim to gain insight into d4vd’s environment and possible responsibilities. The files are intended to describe the parents’ close relationship with their son and their role in his professional environment.
Prosecutors reportedly issued subpoenas again in January 2026. The defense argued that these were unconstitutional because not all relevant documents had been produced. A Texas appeals court largely rejected the motions, but the legal battle continues.
His representatives have not yet made any detailed comment on the allegations. Police and prosecutors are reluctant to comment because of the ongoing grand jury investigation. It remains unclear whether d4vd will be charged.
Reports of possible relationship with Celeste Rivas Hernandez
Several media reports and social media discussions suggest that the musician and Celeste may have known each other. According to them, they are said to have shared photos and scenes together. The deceased’s mother reportedly said her daughter had a boyfriend named “David,” leading to speculation about a personal connection. In social networks, users also discussed references to partner tattoos on both sides.
However, investigators have not officially confirmed an actual romantic relationship. Evidence of online communication via Discord or a leaked song related to Celeste Rivas Hernandez remains unconfirmed.
A former teacher reported on social media that she met d4vd through social networks and ran away from home several times to be with him. This information comes from media reports and statements from third parties and has not been officially confirmed.
