LONDON, United Kingdom: Singer Talay Riley stabbed to death— Grammy-winning Nigerian-born singer and songwriter Talay Riley has died after being fatally stabbed in East London on Friday morning.
Riley, whose real name was Mark Yinka Orabiyi, was 35 years old.
According to reports from local media, the incident occurred at approximately 9:00 a.m. on Pankhurst Avenue in Silvertown. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene and made efforts to save the entertainer’s life, but he succumbed to his injuries.
Authorities have since launched a murder investigation, with homicide detectives from the Specialist Crime Command leading inquiries into the fatal attack.
In a statement released following his death, Riley’s family expressed profound grief over the loss.
“It is with overwhelming sadness that we confirm that Mark ‘Yinka’ Orabiyi, professionally known as Talay Riley, passed away yesterday morning,” the statement said.
The family described him as an “incredible talent,” noting his achievements as a Grammy-winning and multi-platinum-selling songwriter and artist.
“For those that knew and loved him personally, it is his humour, generous spirit and unmistakable presence that will be missed the most,” the statement added.
Riley’s family also thanked supporters for the outpouring of love and condolences received since news of his death emerged.
Police investigations into the killing remain ongoing.
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