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Celeste Rivas Hernandez Died from Penetrating Wounds; Singer D4vd Charged

April 23, 2026

Summary

The medical examiner confirmed that 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, found in singer D4vd's car, died from "multiple injuries." Her family released an emotional statement following the revelation of her cause of death, which had been withheld for months.

How coverage differs

Left outlets emphasize Celeste Rivas Hernandez died from penetrating wounds, linking it to D4vd's charges, while right outlets focus on her tragic death, highlighting the family's grief over her multiple injuries.

  • Left: Teen victim died from penetrating wounds; singer D4vd charged Left-leaning outlets emphasize the medical examiner's finding that Celeste Rivas Hernandez died from 'penetrating wounds,' directly linking this to singer D4vd being charged with her killing. This coverage highlights the violent nature of her death and the legal proceedings against the artist.
  • Center: Girl, 14, died from injuries; cause of death withheld for months Center outlets factually report that 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, found in singer D4vd's car, died from 'multiple injuries,' according to the medical examiner. This coverage provides a straightforward account of the confirmed cause of death.
  • Right: Family's anguish after brutal alleged murder of 14-year-old revealed Right-leaning outlets focus on the tragic death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, emphasizing the emotional statement released by her grieving family after the cause of death was revealed. They highlight the devastating impact on the victim's loved ones, underscoring the severity of the "multiple injuries" that led to her passing.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Celeste Rivas Hernandez, girl who singer D4vd is charged with killing, died from penetrating wounds - AP News

Center

  • Girl, 14, found in singer D4vd's car died of 'multiple injuries'

Right

  • Family of Celeste Rivas releases emotional statement after her cause of death revealed in D4vd case

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