Community vigils were held in Lake Elsinore, California, as friends and family called for answers. Reporters note that investigators searched a Hollywood Hills residence linked to the singer and seized electronics. No arrests or charges have been announced.
Key details so far about the case and the viral ‘brother’ chat
What is confirmed: the Los Angeles Police Department’s Robbery-Homicide Division is leading the death investigation after Celeste’s remains were found in the trunk of a Tesla registered to d4vd (real name David Anthony Burke). The medical examiner has not publicly released a cause of death, and officials told local media the case is not currently classified as a homicide because the cause remains undetermined.
Multiple reputable outlets report that a vigil took place in Lake Elsinore and that detectives executed a search at a property associated with the singer. Coverage from Los Angeles-based media reiterates that, as of their reports, the artist had not been charged.
What is unverified: a screen-recorded chat circulating on X (formerly Twitter) purports to show a user identified as “Matthew,” alleged to be Celeste’s brother, asserting that “it was him,” referring to the singer. These posts also claim a second young man named “Gus,” described as another romantic interest, was killed. No reputable newsroom has verified the identity of the person in those chats, and law enforcement has not corroborated the allegations.
Online speculation has intensified due to resurfaced videos and lyrics, including a prior performance of an unreleased track and a 2025 music video with macabre imagery. Commentary outlets amplified those clips, while also noting the lack of charges and the ongoing investigation. Use these materials responsibly; artistic content is not evidence of a crime.
Some secondary rumors—such as claims that Celeste was pregnant—have been widely shared but remain unproven. Fact-checks and responsible coverage stress that these are internet theories without official confirmation.
Analysis and public reaction
The gap between viral claims and official updates is driving confusion. Fans and local residents demand transparency, while police emphasize that determinations depend on the coroner’s findings and evidence collection. Until then, speculation can harm the investigation and those involved.
The case also highlights how celebrity, social media and true-crime culture collide. Images, lyrics and out-of-context clips can look damning online, yet they rarely meet evidentiary standards in court. Responsible reporting requires distinguishing verified facts from unverified posts and rumor.
Bottom line: the viral “brother Matthew confirms D4vd as her killer” claim is unverified. What is confirmed is the tragic discovery of Celeste Rivas’s body in a Tesla tied to the singer and an active investigation with no charges as of September 24, 2025.
FYI (keeping you in the loop)-
Q1: Did police confirm that d4vd killed Celeste Rivas?No. Police have not charged or named him as a suspect as of today. The cause of death has not been released.
Q2: What do reputable outlets confirm right now?They confirm the victim’s identity, the vehicle registration, the impound discovery, the residence search, and the community vigil. They also note the absence of charges.
Q3: What about the viral chat where “Matthew” blames the singer?Its authenticity is unverified by trusted newsrooms. Treat it as a claim unless authorities or the family confirm it on the record.
Q4: Why hasn’t there been an arrest?Investigators typically wait for the medical examiner’s findings and corroborating evidence. Officials say the case classification depends on cause of death.
Q5: Are the lyrics and videos evidence?No. They may inform public opinion, but they are not proof of a crime. Responsible outlets report them alongside the status of the investigation.
References
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Los Angeles Times (2025) – Community vigil and investigation updates
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ABC7 (2025) – Vigil coverage; Hollywood Hills search; investigation status
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People (2025) – Vigil report and family response
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Associated Press (2025) – LAPD investigation notes
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BBC News (2025) – Case coverage summary
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Yahoo Entertainment / Music (2025) – Event cancellations; no charges as of reporting
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Fandomwire (2025) – Coverage of resurfaced clips and online speculation
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IndiaTimes (2025) – Viral rumors and social media discussions
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Economic Times (2025) – Commentary on unverified pregnancy and speculation
