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D4vd's garage had signs of blood where girl's body was likely cut up, expert testifies
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Richard Winton, James Queally , Los Angeles Times - California
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A forensic scientist with the Los Angeles Police Department testified Wednesday there was evidence of blood stains in the garage where prosecutors allege the singer D4vd used a chainsaw to cut apart the body of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
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The disturbing details emerging from the D4vd case have significant implications for community safety in Los Angeles. The presence of blood stains in the garage, as testified by the forensic scientist, suggests a brutal and violent crime was committed in a residential area. This raises concerns about the potential for similar incidents to occur in other neighborhoods, where residents may feel a false sense of security. The fact that a 14-year-old girl's body was allegedly dismembered in a garage highlights the need for increased vigilance and awareness among community members. As the case unfolds, it will be crucial to examine how such a heinous crime could have occurred without detection, and what measures can be taken to prevent similar tragedies from happening in the future. The city's residents will be watching closely to see how law enforcement and community leaders respond to this incident.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: Los Angeles Times - California ·
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What is this story about? A forensic scientist with the Los Angeles Police Department testified Wednesday there was evidence of blood stains in the garage where prosecutors allege the singer D4vd used a chainsaw to cut apart the body of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
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