News Summary
Authorities in Los Angeles found a decomposed body of a teenage girl inside a Tesla owned by singer D4vd. The grim discovery, made during an investigation into a foul odor, revealed a victim aged between 14 and 15 years. While details of the girl remain undisclosed, police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death, as D4vd cooperates with authorities. Meanwhile, another unrelated homicide case was reported in South Los Angeles, adding to the urgent call for community awareness in these tragic incidents.
Los Angeles – Decomposed Body of Teenage Girl Discovered in Tesla
On September 8, police in Los Angeles uncovered a body identified as that of a teenage girl in the front trunk of a Tesla vehicle owned by singer D4vd. The grim discovery occurred at a tow yard near Mansfield Avenue and Romaine Street, where authorities were investigating an unusual foul odor.
The Tesla had been key-locked and abandoned for two days prior to its impounding at Bluebird Avenue and Doheny Drive. Forensic experts indicated that the victim was a girl aged between 14 and 15 years old, whose identity remains undisclosed while authorities work to locate her next of kin.
Details of Discovery
The body was found inside a bag and exhibited signs of decomposition. Investigators reported that the girl stood approximately 5 feet 2 inches tall and weighed around 71 pounds. Her physical characteristics included wavy black hair, and she was wearing a tube top, black leggings, and a yellow metal bracelet. Additional details revealed that she had metal stud earrings and a tattoo on her right index finger reading “Shhh…”
As the investigation progresses, the cause of death has not been established, with authorities stating that this information is still under review by the Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office. Law enforcement is expected to speak with the registered owner, in addition to others connected to the case.
Artist Involved
D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, is currently on tour and has been cooperating with police as they gather information regarding the event. The artist enjoys significant popularity, garnering over 33 million monthly listeners on Spotify, and is well-known for tracks such as “Here with Me” and “Romantic Homicide.” His representatives have confirmed that he has been made aware of the situation and is fully cooperating with the investigation.
Unrelated Homicide Case in South Los Angeles
In a separate event, on September 9, authorities discovered another body—this time, that of a woman—inside the trunk of a Honda located at a different tow yard in South Los Angeles. Investigators quickly declared that this case is unrelated to the case involving the Tesla owned by D4vd. LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell revealed that the second case is being treated as a homicide, noting that the cause of death had occurred prior to a fire that subsequently damaged the vehicle.
Ongoing Investigation
As the investigation into the death of the teenage girl continues, law enforcement officials remain vigilant in their efforts to piece together the circumstances surrounding both cases. Authorities are urging anyone with information related to these incidents to come forward to assist in the investigations.
This tragic case highlights the urgent need for community awareness and involvement in assisting law enforcement with ongoing investigations. As details continue to unfold, residents of Los Angeles and beyond are reminded to stay informed while the respective authorities work tirelessly to resolve these investigations and bring justice to the victims.
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- NBC News
- Wikipedia: Tesla, Inc.
- NBC Los Angeles
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Tesla Motors
- Los Angeles Times
- Google Search: decomposed body found Los Angeles
- New York Post
- Google News: singer d4vd
- ABC News
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