Talay Riley, the United Kingdom-based Nigerian singer and songwriter, has died after a brutal stabbing in East London.
The Grammy-winning singer, born Mark Yinka Orabiyi, died aged 35.
Local outlet, Newham Recorder reported Talay Riley’s demise following an incident that occurred around 9 a.m. on Friday on Pankhurst Avenue in Silvertown.
The report indicated that emergency services were called to the scene and attempted to save the victim but all their efforts proved abortive.
A murder investigation has been launched by homicide detectives from the specialist crime command.
Confirming the singer’s death in a statement, his family expressed “overwhelming sadness”.
The statement reads, “It is with overwhelming sadness that we confirm that Mark ‘Yinka’ Orabiyi professionally known as Talay Riley passed away yesterday morning.
“Talay will fondly be remembered by those who knew him publicly for his incredible talent as a Grammy Award winning, multi platinum selling songwriter & 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 family thanked the public for the outpouring of love since the incident.
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