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The family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez is "devastated" after the brutal details about the teenage girl's death were finally revealed.
On Wednesday, April 22, the Los Angeles Medical Examiner finally released the entire autopsy report containing a gruesome account of what happened to Celeste. The 14-year-old girl's death was ruled a homicide, and the M.E. confirmed she was killed with multiple penetrating injuries. Her decomposed body was discovered in pieces inside black trash bags. While limbs such as her left ring and pinky fingers were missing, her right index finger with the tattoo "Shhh..." remained on her hand. Singer D4vd, who's been charged with her murder, reportedly has the same tattoo.
The report also indicated that Celeste had alcohol in her system at the time of her death. A "presumptive positive" for methamphetamine and MDMA also appeared in the report, but another screening was conducted. The results showed MDMA was not detected, but methamphetamine was ruled inconclusive. The autopsy report was finalized on December 9, 2025, but a court order requested by the LAPD prevented the medical examiner from releasing the results.
"After several months, I am grateful this information can now be released, not only to the public, but also to the grieving family enduring loss," Dr. Odey Ukpo told TMZ. It is unfathomable they have had to wait this long to learn what happened to their daughter."
Celeste Rivas Hernandez's family was heartbroken after learning the "horrible and gruesome" details about her death. The family's attorney said they're experiencing "profound emotional pain" and are currently processing the tragedy. Celeste's parents, Jesus and Mercedes, attended the first hearing this week, but they won't attend D4vd's upcoming hearing on Thursday.
D4vd, born David Anthony Burke, is charged with first-degree murder, mutilating a body, and lewd and lascivious acts with a minor under 14. He pleaded not guilty to the charges and requested a preliminary hearing. He's currently being held at the L.A. County Men's Central Jail without bond.