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LAPD Blocks Release of Teen's Death Records Amid Investigation

FOX 11 Los AngelesNovember 25, 20251 min1,440 views
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Controversy Over Sealed Death Records

  • 📌 A new court order has led to the sealing of information regarding the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
  • ⚠️ The LAPD obtained this order, preventing the medical examiner's office from releasing records, which has sparked controversy.

Medical Examiner's Stance on Transparency

  • 💬 The medical examiner's office stated that the practice of security holds is virtually unheard of in other counties and has not been proven to improve legal outcomes.
  • ⚖️ They expressed dedication to community transparency but are legally precluded from doing so while the court order is in effect.

Details of the Investigation

  • 🚗 Celeste Rivas Hernandez's body was found badly decomposed inside a Tesla at a Hollywood tow yard in September.
  • 🎤 The Tesla was registered to singer and songwriter D4vd, who is 20 years old.
  • 🕵️ Detectives believe more than one person may have been involved in her death, though no official suspects have been named.
  • 📰 TMZ has reported that D4vd is a suspect and his rental home is part of the investigation, but no arrests have been made.
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