Songwriter Talay Riley, who worked with Britney Spears, found dead at 35

Grammy-winning musician and songwriter Talay Riley, who worked with Britney Spears and Dua Lipa, was found stabbed to death in London. He was 35. The Metropolitan Police said Riley — identified by his real name, Mark Orabiyi — was discovered by police Friday morning with stab wounds in the garden of a property in Silvertown.

He was pronounced dead at the scene despite efforts by paramedics. A man in his 20s was also taken to hospital with multiple stab wounds; his condition is not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing. Detective Chief Inspector Joanna Yorke confirmed three people were arrested on suspicion of murder: a 27-year-old man who was released on bail pending further enquiries, and a 24-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman who were both released with no further action.

Riley’s family said in a statement: "Mark was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. He brought love, light, and joy to our family and to all who knew him." "We will always cherish his kindness, beautiful spirit, and remarkable talent.

United Kingdom, London

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