What began as a complaint about a foul odor at a local Hollywood tow yard quickly escalated into a homicide investigation after authorities discovered human remains inside a vehicle registered to singer D4vd. On Monday, September 8th, at 12:20 p.m., human remains were found in the back of an abandoned Tesla in a Hollywood tow yard after workers reported “a foul odor coming from a vehicle.” Authorities later confirmed that the car was registered to David Anthony Burke, better known by his stage name, D4vd, the popular singer-songwriter.
According to the Los Angeles Times, the Tesla had been abandoned for nearly five days before the shocking discovery. Investigators revealed that the body found inside was severely decomposed and dismembered, complicating identification efforts. Local law enforcement sources stated that it may take longer to identify the victim due to the advanced state of decomposition. For now, the case is being classified as a potential homicide.
Despite the disturbing circumstances, D4vd has continued his scheduled tour, “Withered,” with recent performances in Minneapolis and St. Louis. His spokesperson told reporters that he is fully cooperating with local authorities. The singer has faced increased controversy since one of his best-known songs, “Romantic Homicide,” could be interpreted as a direct correlation. Social media speculation has only fueled controversy, with theories ranging from a hidden confession to a complete coincidence.
Investigators noted that D4vd owns several vehicles and that multiple people have had access to the Tesla. This detail has led some to believe the singer is not the killer. However, because the remains were badly decomposed, the victim has not yet been identified. Detectives have suggested, based on the evidence, that the woman was most likely a “petite woman.”
The incident has already begun to affect D4vd’s professional partnerships. According to Newsweek, he has been removed from the “Dream Drop” advertising campaign, a collaboration between Hollister and Crocs that was set to mark the first partnership between the two brands. As of now, images featuring the singer have been removed from both companies’ websites.
A joint statement provided to Footwear News by Hollister and Crocs stated: “We are aware of this developing story. With respect to the current situation, we have suspended campaign content featuring D4vd while the investigation continues.”
As law enforcement continues its investigation, questions remain about the victim’s identity, how the vehicle came to be abandoned, and whether the singer himself had any involvement.
