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The story had been building quietly for monthsquestions without answers, grief without closure, and a silence that seemed to stretch on longer than anyone expected. Now, that silence is beginning to crack. Two namesCeleste Rivas Hernandez and D4vdare once again at the center of a case that has gripped attention. Now, new developments pull both a grieving family into the spotlight.
Celeste Rivas Hernandezs family is now speaking out after months of unimaginable loss. Her father, Jesus Rivas, broke his silence just two days after D4vd was arrested on suspicion of her murder. Thank God Justice for Celeste, he said through his attorney, Patrick Steinfeld, in a statement shared April 18. Meanwhile, the 21-year-old singer remains in custody without bail under the Los Angeles Police Department, with a court appearance set for April 20.
All of this comes amid newly surfaced footage thats now adding another layer to the case. According to reports, videos show the singer being taken into custody by law enforcement in the Hollywood Hills around 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 16. Furthermore, clips obtained by multiple outlets capture multiple officers placing him under arrest. Additional footage shows him walking down a residential street with his handsbehind his back as police escort him away.
D4vdwho had reportedly not been seen publicly for months leading up to the arrestappears in gray sweatpants and a black hoodie, keeping a blank expression as the situation unfolds. Neighbors in the area claimed there was a noticeable police presence. And, video from the scene includes officers using a loudspeaker to call for a surrender before moving in. Authorities later confirmed the arrest was made on probable cause. Police also noted they had been closely tracking developments in the ongoing investigation tied to Celestes death.
