Murder probe
Bid to track down man filmed on CCTV
POLICE investigating the murder of a Bristol rapper, who was stabbed at the Notting Hill Carnival in London, have released a picture of a man they want to trace.
Father-to-be Takayo Nembhard died in hospital after being stabbed at around 8pm on August 29 in Ladbroke Grove.
Police say they are now asking for the public’s help in tracing a person they “urgently need to speak to”. Officers have already made four arrests, but have so far brought no charges.
Mr Nembhard, who was at the carnival with his sister and friends, was performing under the name TKorStretch when he was knifed in front of horrified revellers. Known to his friends as ‘TK,’ he had plans to crack the national music scene after a tune went viral with half a million views.
Det Insp Laura Semple said: “We are making good progress with our investigation into Takayo’s tragic death, which has naturally left his family devastated. However, we really need the public’s help to tell us who this person is in the CCTV image we have issued today and anyone with information – no matter how small – about the murder to come forward. If you can help please get in touch immediately.”
A postmortem examination showed Mr Nembhard died from a stab wound to the right groin femoral artery.
His family said: “Takayo’s death has left a painful ache for all who loved him and still love him.
“He was so looking forward to being a dad and would have made a fabulous one as he came from a strong family unit. His son was born on November 9 and although this should have been a happy occasion, it was bittersweet. Our family, which includes his girlfriend, continue to struggle with coping without him on a daily basis.
“Our family beg the public to provide any info they may have, be that videos or photos that were taken on August 29 in the Ladbroke Grove area.
“Please help us to bring Takayo’s killers to justice and therefore some comfort to us knowing he didn’t die in vain.”