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Detective says D4vd ordered chain saws, body bags in hearing to decide if singer should go to trial
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by AP , ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Singer D4vd ordered a body bag, chain saws, an inflatable pool and a shovel online in the days after the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, a detective testified.
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Why this matters in The San Francisco
The revelation that singer D4vd ordered a body bag, chain saws, and other unusual items online in the days following Celeste Rivas Hernandez's death raises questions about the city's ability to monitor and respond to suspicious activity. As the case against D4vd moves forward, San Francisco residents may wonder how such purchases could go unnoticed, particularly in a community where public safety is a top concern. The fact that these items were ordered online highlights the challenges law enforcement faces in tracking and investigating crimes that involve digital transactions. As the city grapples with issues of crime and safety, this case may prompt a re-examination of the ways in which local authorities use technology and data to prevent and investigate crimes, particularly those involving young victims like Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The outcome of this trial will likely have significant implications for the community.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Singer D4vd ordered a body bag, chain saws, an inflatable pool and a shovel online in the days after the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, a detective testified.
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