Record Label CEO Testifies to Grand Jury in Celeste Rivas Case
In a significant turn of events regarding the Celeste Rivas case, Robert Morgenroth, the head of D4vd’s record label and touring company, provided testimony to a Los Angeles grand jury. He admitted that he did not contact law enforcement after the discovery of Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s decomposing body in the trunk of musician D4vd’s vehicle.
Key Testimony in the Celeste Rivas Case
Morgenroth confessed that his intention was to continue with the tour instead of reporting the incident. Overheard speaking to his attorney, he mentioned his exchange with Deputy District Attorney Beth Silverman, who pressed him on why he failed to notify the police.
Details Surrounding the Discovery
The remains of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found on September 8 inside the trunk of D4vd’s impounded Tesla in Los Angeles. At the time, D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, was beginning his world tour. However, the tour was abruptly canceled by month’s end.
- Celeste Rivas, last seen by her family in early 2024, was a runaway.
- There are unclear connections between Rivas and D4vd, who is now 20 years old.
- Reports indicate that Rivas had a boyfriend named David and they had matching tattoos.
Emerging Suspects and Investigations
In mid-November, news surfaced that D4vd was under investigation as a suspect in this tragic case. Legal experts, including TMZ founder Harvey Levin and attorney Mark Geragos, discussed the case, indicating that authorities have identified a second suspect. This individual is not believed to have caused Rivas’s death but may possess crucial information regarding the circumstances surrounding it and could potentially have assisted with the dismemberment of her remains.
This case continues to unfold, raising questions about responsibility and the actions taken after such a discovery. El-Balad will keep covering updates as the investigation proceeds.
