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Officials Confirm Alcohol Role in Crash That Killed Influencer Malik Taylor, 28

A medical examiner determined he died from multiple blunt-force injuries.

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Overview

  • Concord police said a Nissan Rogue left the roadway on Aug. 20 in Concord, North Carolina, and dropped about 20 feet down an embankment, where Taylor was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Authorities identified the crash location as Lapis Lane NW, with officers responding around 7:45 a.m. local time.
  • Taylor’s family issued a statement on Aug. 23 through his Alpha Kappa Psi fraternity describing a tragic vehicle accident and requesting privacy.
  • Tributes from the fraternity praised his kindness and impact, echoing messages from fans across social media.
  • Taylor was a creator known for pop-culture commentary with more than 200,000 followers and had recently moved from Memphis to the Charlotte area.