Celeste Rivas Seen on Security Cam in Lake Elsinore Before Disappearance

Celeste Rivas had a tendency to run away from home, but her various escapes were not always without an electronic trail—security footage has revealed a critical moment when she left.

Obtained by TMZ, a video from a liquor store located just a short distance from Celeste’s residence was taken shortly after 7 AM on March 19, 2024, in Lake Elsinore, CA. In this footage, a figure dressed in a black hoodie and white pants—identified by her family as Celeste—can be seen striding down the street.

Another perspective showcases Rivas as she jogs around a corner, toggling between a brisk walk and a run before vanishing from view.

Elie Naddaf, the owner of Dellago Spirits in Lake Elsinore, recounted that Celeste’s sister visited the store on March 19 to examine security footage, hoping to ascertain if Celeste had once again left home. The sister confirmed that the individual captured in the video was indeed Celeste.

Naddaf provided the footage to Rivas’ family, expressing hope that it might assist in locating her. This marked the second instance of Celeste’s departure from home; in January 2024, she had similarly run away but was found by police in Hollywood and returned home.

According to Elie, Celeste was not behaving recklessly; he never encountered any reports of issues at home. Yet, law enforcement officials indicate that her repeated departures stemmed from a difficult home situation. Elie frequently noticed Celeste visiting his store to purchase snacks and beverages.

Authorities continue to probe Celeste’s mysterious disappearance, including exploring her connection to D4vd, the singer whose vehicle contained Celeste’s remains.

A recently obtained photograph reveals D4vd was located under a mile from Rivas’ home in Lake Elsinore.

A former teacher of Celeste revealed that Celeste vanished after engaging with D4vd on social media in early 2024. Fortunately, she was later located in Hollywood and reunited with her family before enduring yet another disappearance.