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Expert testifies about DNA on evidence at singer D4vd's rented home
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by City News Service , ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC)
· July 24, 2026
· 1 min read
A criminalist testified that fragments recovered from a 14-year-old girl whose remains were discovered in D4vd's Tesla matched up with portions missing from an inflatable pool.
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The inquiry into the handling of DNA evidence in Celeste Rivas Hernandez's case raises concerns about the thoroughness of forensic investigations in Los Angeles County. Lawyers for D4vd are seeking clarity on why more DNA testing was not conducted on potential evidence like chain saws and a car, which could be crucial in piecing together the events surrounding the teen girl's death. This line of questioning underscores the need for meticulous attention to detail in crime scene analysis, particularly in cases involving violent crimes. As the community continues to grapple with the aftermath of this tragedy, the outcome of this inquiry may have implications for how law enforcement agencies in the Greater Los Angeles area approach forensic testing in the future, potentially leading to changes in protocols to ensure that all relevant evidence is thoroughly examined.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A criminalist testified that fragments recovered from a 14-year-old girl whose remains were discovered in D4vd's Tesla matched up with portions missing from an inflatable pool.
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