Police give major update on Celeste Rivas Hernandez case after her body was found decomposed in singer’s car

Police have provided an update on their investigation into the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose body was discovered in a car.

The teenager was found 'decomposed' in the trunk of a Tesla, which is reportedly registered to a singer, d4vd, after a 'foul smell' was reported coming from it.

The singer's real name is David Anthony Burke.

Celeste was first reported missing on April 5, 2024, after she was last seen in Lake Elsinore, California.

The youngster was just 13-years-old when she went missing, and was tragically identified as the body in the boot of the car following forensic investigations.

Celeste's family shared their grief at the discovery, and set up a GoFundMe to help: "As many of you know, Celeste Rivas Hernandez has been identified as the body found last week," they wrote.

The vehicle Celeste was found in is reportedly registered to the singer, d4vd (Arturo Holmes/Getty Images for Coachella)

"She was a beloved daughter, sister, cousin, and friend. Her family is heartbroken and devastated by this tragic loss."

The description on the page added: "They are seeking help to lay her body to rest. Any funds you are able to donate are greatly appreciated."

Now, authorities investigating the case have issued a major update.

An LAPD spokesperson told PEOPLE: “Several items of evidence were recovered and will be analyzed by detectives in the coming days."

They continued: “Investigators are following up on several leads.”

It was also confirmed that detectives from the Robbery-Homicide Division have served a search warrant to a local address in connection with Celeste's death, and an officer confirmed the car had been at the site for several days before the discovery was made.

Celeste went missing when she was just 13 (GoFundMe)

LAPD had previously shared a statement with NBC on Wednesday, September 16, saying: "At this time, the LAPD does not have a crime classification from the coroner as to the mode or manner of death. Thus, we do not have any suspect information at this time."

Authorities did confirm that they are treating Celeste's death as a homicide.

A representative for d4vd told NBC Los Angeles that their client was "fully cooperating" with authorities; however, the remainder of his tour dates have now been cancelled.

According to Rolling Stone, the forthcoming deluxe edition of his album has also been shelved by his record label.

The singer shot to fame after he started writing and releasing music online.

Criminal charges have not been filed in connection with Rivas’ death.

LADbible Group has previously contacted d4vd's representatives for comment and has also contacted the LAPD about the update.