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EPISODE · Sep 19, 2025 · 12 MIN

Why Was There a Body in David Anthony's Tesla?!

from Criminal Motives · host Matthew Phifer

Why Was There a Body in the Tesla?!A shocking discovery has rocked the music world and left a community searching for answers. 🚨Authorities found the dismembered body of 13-year-old missing teen Celestea Rivas in the frunk of a Tesla registered to R&B artist David (David Anthony Burke). The bizarre case has raised disturbing questions about David’s relationship with Celeste, eerie connections to his music videos and lyrics, and what really happened leading up to this tragedy.In this episode of the Criminal Motives Podcast, Matthew Phifer breaks down the timeline, the red flags in David’s music and behavior, the ongoing investigation, and why many believe it’s only a matter of time before David becomes a suspect.⚠️ This content covers sensitive and disturbing details, including violence involving a minor. Viewer discretion is advised.🔗 Stay Connected🧠 Talk to a licensed therapist online: http://betterhelp.com/mattphifer📰 Get my written breakdowns and updates: https://substack.com/@criminalmotives📺 Watch more true crime cases here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0Y8_j0njFdet3PtAIb0_SFTsRZPKRb1C🕵️ Case Details Covered in This Video:Who was Celestea Rivas and how she went missing in April 2024How her remains were discovered in David’s abandoned Tesla in HollywoodThe strange coincidences in David’s songs and videos (Romantic Homicide, Celeste)The tattoo clue that tied Celeste directly to DavidPublic outrage and family demands for justiceWhy David is “not a suspect” — yet🔔 Don’t Miss Future Episodes👍 Like this video if you found the breakdown informative.🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell to stay updated on true crime, criminal psychology, and breaking cases.👉 Has this case shocked you as much as it has us? Share your thoughts in the comments below — do you think David will officially be named a suspect?Timestamps0:00–1:12 Introduction1:37–4:40 News Report Segment4:40–5:39 Sponsorship & Disclaimer5:41–12:13 Host Analysis & Speculation12:13–12:35 Conclusion

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