Human Remains Discovered in Vehicle Linked to Artist D4vd Amidst Active Death Investigation

A grim discovery has prompted the Los Angeles Police Department to initiate a death investigation.

Law enforcement officials informed Us Weekly that on Monday, September 8, officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of Mansfield Avenue in Hollywood, following reports of "a strong, unpleasant smell emanating from a vehicle at a tow yard."

Upon arrival, detectives discovered what are believed to be human remains within a Tesla. Police verified that this is an active death investigation.

According to KTLA, the vehicle had been impounded from the Hollywood Hills approximately a week prior, after being reported as deserted.

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Overhead views from the local news channel depicted police caution tape surrounding the Tesla, as well as several other vehicles in the impound facility. A white tent was also erected in the vicinity.

Given the state of decomposition, the sex of the presumed victim remains unidentified for now.

Sources including TMZ and KABC indicated that the vehicle is registered in Hempstead, Texas, under the name of David Anthony Burke, recognized artistically as D4vd.

Conversely, police informed Us, stating, “Details regarding the vehicle or its proprietor are not available to us.” Us has contacted D4vd’s representative for an official statement.

In a declaration to NBC News, a representative for D4vd conveyed that he "has been made aware of the incident, and despite being on tour, he is providing his full cooperation to the authorities."

Prior to the discovery of a body in a vehicle reportedly associated with D4vd, the 20-year-old musician posted on social media on Saturday, September 6, announcing, “I begin media training tomorrow, everyone, wish me well … ”

Additionally, on Monday, he released a new update concerning his forthcoming album, named Withered Deluxe: Marcescence.

“Every track composed solely by me on my phone, this is a passion endeavor I crafted to ensure I maintained the profound emotional depth my music embodies and its significance to all of you,” D4vd expressed on Instagram. “My gratitude extends to all the friends who contributed to this; everyone DELIVERED ON THEIR VERSES .”

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D4vd is an emerging artist who has achieved recognition with popular tracks such as "Here With Me" and "Romantic Homicide.”

He is presently on his Withered global tour, with a scheduled performance in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for Tuesday, September 9. These concerts promote his most recent album, launched in April.

“My everlasting thanks to all of you for your patience. This album holds immense significance for me; you cannot fathom the effort and dedication invested in bringing this project to fruition over the past two years,” he posted on Instagram on February 4. “Repeatedly beginning anew until this auditory canvas was solely comprised of thoughts, melodies, and emotions that were distinctly my own.”