Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s Family Says Death Penalty ‘Would Be Perfect’ for Her Killer 1 Day Before Her 16th Birthday
The family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez has publicly stated they would support the death penalty for rapper D4vd, who is accused of her murder. The statement was released shortly before what would have been the victim's 16th birthday as the legal case proceeds.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing public and legal debates surrounding capital punishment in high-profile criminal trials.
Celeste Rivas Hernandez Credit: BACKGRID NEED TO KNOW The family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez said they would support the death penalty for rapper D4vd if he is convicted of her killing, according to a new statement released by the family
The family released the statement on Sept. 6, one day before what would have been the teen's 16th birthday
Rivas' remains were found in the trunk of a Tesla belonging to D4vd in September 2025, and a judge ruled in July that there was enough evidence for the case to proceed to trial
The family of Celeste Rivas Hernandez has shared that they would like to see their daughter's alleged killer, rapper D4vd , receive the death penalty should he be convicted.
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