The ongoing homicide investigation into the death of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez has intensified with the release of a damning federal timeline, only to be immediately countered by the artist’s own brother, Caleb. The case, already plagued by misinformation and viral speculation, now hinges on whether the evidence points to a cold-blooded crime or a calculated frame job.

The Incriminating Timeline: From Fortnite to a Tesla Trunk

According to federal investigators, an airtight timeline links D4vd to the victim, Celeste, beginning years before her body was discovered:

Online Connection: The two allegedly first connected on Fortnite and other online platforms in late 2021 or early 2022.
Coded Lyrics: Multiple song releases were immediately flagged as suspicious. The March 2022 track “Save Your Tears (7 Years)” was seen as a hint about her age, while the September 2022 release of “Romantic Homicide” coincided with Celeste’s birthday, suggesting a dark, personal connection.
Digital Trail: Discord chats, Twitch streams, and leaked backstage photos allegedly show D4vd’s increasing obsession and continued contact with Celeste, despite her being a minor and being reported missing multiple times.
Body Discovery: The timeline culminates in the September 2025 discovery of Celeste’s dismembered body in a Tesla registered to D4vd, cementing the immediate public narrative of guilt.

Caleb’s Counter-Narrative and the Snitch Theory

In a major twist, D4vd’s brother, Caleb, has publicly challenged the federal timeline, arguing that its perfection is precisely what suggests a setup. He claims the evidence is “too obvious” and was intentionally planted to frame his brother.

This counter-narrative has been complicated by persistent, though unconfirmed, rumors that Caleb is cooperating with law enforcement. Fans are split, with some accusing him of “snitching” to save himself, potentially feeding authorities the “keys to the case” to avoid being dragged into the deepening scandal.

Music as a Confession?

Investigators and fans are dissecting D4vd’s artistic output, arguing that his music may contain coded confessions:

The “Goodbye” Project: D4vd described his album “Withered” as a transition and a “goodbye,” which fans now interpret as a sendoff not just for an era, but for Celeste herself.
Haunting Symbolism: His discussions of the Korean concept of “Zong” (a deep, inescapable bond) and the flower symbolism of the Red Spider Lily (representing passage between life and death) are seen as a chilling commentary on Celeste’s fate.
The Victim’s Voice: Most damningly, Celeste’s actual voice—including voicemails of her crying, apologizing, and trying to pull away—is allegedly scattered throughout his songs, turning tracks like “I Never Needed You In So Long” and “Goodbye Now” into eerie, immortalized memorials.

The Alleged Cover-Up: Management and Label Under Scrutiny

The scandal is now widening beyond the singer, as fingers point to his inner circle. Reports indicate that the house of D4vd’s manager, Josh Marshall, was raided by federal agents. The manager and record label are under intense scrutiny for allegedly:

Ignoring Warnings: Fans claim the management and label ignored warnings about Celeste being a missing minor, especially after she was repeatedly spotted backstage at shows.
Cleanup Operations: The label’s swift decision to drop D4vd and the alleged move to immediately cut the lease on his rented apartment after an LAPD search are viewed by some as a calculated attempt to erase traces and cover up involvement before investigators could dig deeper.

The question remains: Was D4vd the only one spiraling, or was there a systemic cover-up built to protect the rising star, until the truth became too big to hide?