Paranormal investigator and lead organizer of the “Devils on the Run Tour” has passed away in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Dan Rivera, 54, died unexpectedly on July 13, 2025, during a sold-out tour featuring the allegedly haunted Annabelle doll.
Rivera was one of the leading faces behind the viral tour, which sparked controversy and attention on social media. The tour drew thousands of fans to various sites across the country, including Gettysburg, where Rivera led a sold-out group in viewing the doll.
According to reports, Rivera died alone in his hotel room after 8 pm on Sunday evening, with no signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances. An autopsy is pending, but officials have ruled out any sudden or violent causes.
Rivera’s death has sparked an outpouring of tributes and memorials from the paranormal community, who remember him for his passion for sharing the paranormal and as a caring husband, father, and friend.
The “Devils on the Run Tour” was organized by the New England Society for Psychic Research (NESPR) and featured Rivera’s efforts to protect visitors from the doll. Rivera shared stories of how he built a special case to house the doll and took precautions to keep its energies in check.
Rivera’s work in the paranormal field extended beyond publicity, including private investigations into allegedly haunted families. His dedication to continuing his late mentor Lorraine Warren’s legacy has been widely praised by colleagues and fans.
tributes poured in from across the paranormal community, with many sharing stories of Rivera’s kindness, generosity, and infectious enthusiasm for the paranormal.
Source: https://eu.eveningsun.com/story/news/local/2025/07/15/paranormal-investigator-dan-rivera-passes-away-during-devils-on-the-run-tour-gettysburg-annabelle/85202499007