Reward offered following shooting of Keanu Taylor in Brixton

A reward of up to £20,000 has been offered for information that could help police investigating the murder of Keanu Taylor in Brixton.

Police were called at 01:14hrs on Saturday, 2 May, following reports that multiple shots had been fired from a vehicle into a large, social gathering on Coldharbour Lane.

Officers, including specialist crime officers, were on scene within four minutes and provided emergency first aid alongside the London Ambulance Service.

Keanu, 25, was taken to hospital and sadly died on Monday, 4 May. His next of kin continue to be supported by specialist officers.

Three others – aged 21, 47 and 70 – were also taken to hospital. Their injuries were deemed not to be life‑threatening or life‑changing.

Now, two weeks on from the fatal shooting, Crimestoppers have offered a reward of up to £20,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of his killers.

Officers are particularly keen to see mobile phone video or dashcam footage of the incident.

Detective Chief Inspector Allam Bhangoo, who is leading the investigation, said:

“This was an appalling and indiscriminate attack which could easily have resulted in several fatalities.

“The people who killed Keanu are dangerous criminals – it is imperative for the safety of our community that they are taken off the streets.

“My team are working tirelessly as we fight to bring those responsible to justice. We know that lots of people were in the area and if you have any information or footage that could help our investigation, it is extremely important that you come forward and talk to us.”

Alexa Loukas, Regional Manager for London at the charity Crimestoppers, said:

“This was a senseless and deeply shocking act of violence that has devastated a young man’s family and left a whole community shaken.

"We are offering this reward because we believe there are people who have vital information, people who want to do the right thing for their community, but don't want to speak to the police or have to give a statement.

"Crimestoppers is totally independent of the Police, we're simply here to provide a safe and completely anonymous way to speak up. Your information could be the missing piece that helps bring those responsible to justice and give Keanu’s family the answers they desperately deserve.”

In a tribute, his family said:

"Keanu was a loving son, brother, uncle, nephew, grandson and friend. He was loved by everyone and his smile would light up a room.

"Keanu had the world at his feet, and he’s left a huge hole in our family, our hearts are absolutely broken."

Anyone with information or footage that could assist police is urged to contact 101, quoting CAD 557/2May. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.