D4vd Arrested in Connection With Death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez

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by Matt Stevens and Neil Vigdor
April 17, 2026
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Singer D4vd was arrested in connection with the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez.

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Singer D4vd was arrested in connection with the death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Hernandez died before her 15th birthday, and D4vd was detained in relation to her death. This development indicates a serious legal challenge for the singer, whose lawyers have stated they will vigorously defend his innocence. The arrest marks a significant turn in the investigation surrounding the young girl's death.

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D4vd was detained, and his lawyers stated they would defend his innocence.

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