London: Notting Hill Carnival killing prompts reward as anniversary approaches

The tragic murder of dad-to-be Takayo Nembhard at the Notting Hill Carnival is the focus of a £20,000 reward by our charity as we launch an appeal for anonymous information about those responsible for his death. 

Takayo, who was 21-years-old, died in hospital after being stabbed at around 8pm on Monday, 29 August 2022 in Ladbroke Grove under the Westway flyover. 

A post-mortem examination showed he died from a stab wound to the right groin femoral artery.

It’s hoped this renewed appeal with a significant reward will encourage witnesses or anyone who can help to come forward.

Despite several arrests, no one has yet been charged with Takayo’s murder. 

There were several hundred people in the immediate area surrounding the murder and probably many witnesses.

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***We are offering up to £20,000 for information we exclusively receive – either online or by calling freephone 0800 555 111 – that leads to the arrest & conviction of anyone linked to the murder of Takayo Nembhard*** 

Alexa Loukas, London Regional Manager at Crimestoppers, said: “Takayo was from Bristol and was part of a loving and caring family. At the time of his murder, he and his girlfriend were expecting their first child together. 

“There were many witnesses to the killing who could have vital information, but for whatever reason, have not yet come forward. Our charity, which is independent of the police, gives you the opportunity to pass on information about crime whilst staying completely anonymous. 

“I know how hard it is to speak up, but you could make a difference. Every piece of information, no matter how small, is a step closer towards finding justice for Takayo.”

Takayo’s family said: “Almost a year on, our family are in disbelief and continued sadness that Takayo’s passing goes unpunished. We will never get over him but justice being served will help us to move on.”

Contact our charity anonymously online and complete an easy-to-use and secure form, here on our website. Alternatively, call freephone 0800 555 111 to talk anonymously to a specially trained call agent at our charity’s 24/7 UK Contact Centre. 

Anonymity:
Crimestoppers guarantees complete anonymity, meaning that people who call or contact us online can pass on what they know without giving any personal details. Computer IP addresses are never traced. Telephone calls are never recorded, there is no caller line display and no 1471 facility. 

Claiming a reward:

Whilst the overwhelming majority of people who contact Crimestoppers do so without asking for a reward, the £20,000 offer is available to encourage someone with vital information to come forward, anonymously. 

The reward will only be payable for information passed directly to Crimestoppers and not to the police. A reward code must be asked for when calling the charity on 0800 555 111. If you contact Crimestoppers via the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org, the 'keeping in contact’ facility must be used and a reward code requested. You must log back in 24 hours later to get the code. You will be asked to check with Crimestoppers two months later with the reward code to see if there has been a positive result. 

More details about the rewards process – at the heart of which is ensuring you stay 100% anonymous –  can be found here.