Paranormal Investigator Dan Rivera’s Sudden Death is ‘Pending Autopsy Results’ as Haunted Tour Continues

New details on paranormal investigator Dan Rivera’s unexpected death have been revealed by Pennsylvania State Police.

Officials confirmed that authorities responded to a report of a “deceased” man at a hotel in Straban Township this past weekend. He’d reportedly been discovered in his hotel room by staff.

“Nothing unusual or suspicious was observed at the scene,” the report shared on X read. “This case is pending autopsy results.”

Rivera, 54 – who is said to have been mentored by late paranormal investigator Lorraine Warren – passed away suddenly on Sunday, July 13, while he was in the middle of the Devil’s on the Run haunted tour.

The showcase included the infamous Annabelle doll, who Lorraine and Ed Warren once claimed could cause harm to those around her following a series of incidents that occurred in the 1970s. Said to be possessed by something “demonic and inhuman,” per the New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR), the Raggedy Ann doll has inspired several horror films connected to The Conjuring franchise and is usually kept on display at the Warren’s Occult Museum in Monroe, Connecticut.

Following Rivera’s passing, NESPR said they were “devastated” and “still coming to terms with this profound loss” in a statement shared to Facebook on Tuesday, July 15.

“Dan was not only a vital part of our team for over a decade, but also a deeply compassionate, loyal and dedicated friend,” the announcement read. “A U.S. Army veteran, Dan served both his country and the people around him.”

NESPR also praised Rivera for his “integrity, creativity and generosity” and said his “passion for the paranormal” came from a deep desire to “educate, help and connect with others.”

“His caring nature and sense of purpose made a deep impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing him,” the statement continued. “We understand that Dan’s work inspired fascination and curiosity for many, but above all, he was a father, devoted husband and loyal friend, someone who meant the world to those closest to him.”

Despite the tragedy, it’s been confirmed that the haunted tour will move ahead with its previously scheduled events in the coming days.

“We believe with all our hearts that Dan would have wanted the work to continue,” NESPR said in a press released obtained by TMZ, “bringing people together, sharing knowledge, and honoring the memory of Ed & Lorraine Warren.”

Rivera is survived by his wife, Sarah, and his four children.