Police appeal three years on from fatal stabbing

Takayo Nembhard was stabbed to death surrounded by several hundred people

Detectives are appealing for information three years after a father-to-be was killed at the Notting Hill Carnival.

Takayo Nembhard was stabbed to death on 29 August 2022 under the Westway flyover in Ladbroke Grove, while he was surrounded by several hundred people.

The 21-year-old, who had travelled from Bristol with his friends and sister for the event, died in hospital from a stab wound to the right groin.

Officers made several arrests in the wake of his killing, but no charges have been brought. The Met Police has called for any witnesses to "come forward... to get justice for Takayo and his family".

Det Insp Richard Kempshall, the deputy senior investigating officer on the case, said: "Takayo was a talented rapper who attended Notting Hill Carnival, like so many others, to enjoy the day and the event.

"A mindless act of violence has ensured that his children are without a father. Due to the timing and venue of the attack it is quite likely that many people witnessed the events before, during or after.

"If you are one of these people then please come forward. It is not too late to get justice for Takayo and his family."

Vincent and Sandra Nembhard said they did not blame Notting Hill Carnival for their son's murder

His parents, Sandra and Vincent Nembhard, said their son left behind a heartbroken family and two "beautiful boys".

"We don't want them to grow up without knowing someone has been charged with his murder," they said.

"We don't blame the Carnival for our son's murder; it was the action of a small minority. But if you have any information about what happened that day three years ago please come forward."