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Family pay tribute after man, 25, killed in south London shooting

Police said Taylor was killed after multiple shots were fired from a car, and three others were injured but not seriously.

  • On Saturday, attackers fired from a car on Coldharbour Lane in Brixton, fatally wounding 25-year-old Keanu Taylor; three others aged 21, 47 and 70 sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
  • Metropolitan Police officers searched the area surrounding Southwyck House on Coldharbour Lane following the shooting, though no arrests have been made as the investigation continues.
  • The family of Keanu Taylor released a statement through the Metropolitan Police saying their "hearts are absolutely broken," describing him as "loved by everyone."
  • Det Insp Allam Bhangoo called the incident "a shocking act of violence," highlighting its devastating impact on the community and raising significant public safety concerns.
  • Authorities urge witnesses to contact police on 101, quoting CAD 557/2May, or provide information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 to aid the investigation.
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yourlocalguardian.co.uk broke the news on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.
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