“The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has not yet determined the cause or manner of Ms. Rivas Hernandez’s death. As such, it remains unclear whether there is any criminal culpability beyond the concealment of her body,” the department said.
Police have not ruled out the possibility of an accidental death, pending toxicology results.
LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell added in an interview with ABC News:
“It’s an ongoing investigation, and we have a lot of resources dedicated to bringing it to a conclusion, but to go beyond what has already been made public would be inappropriate.”
Investigator Reveals Possible Cause of Death in D4vd, Celeste Rivas Case
Timeline and Possible Cause of Death
Fischer said the last confirmed time Celeste was seen alive was January 2, 2025. He noted that the Tesla appeared in various locations around the neighborhood beginning in May, before being abandoned in late July — just before D4vd left on tour.
