Tay-K Sentenced to 80 Years for 2017 Murder in Texas

Rapper Taymor McIntyre, known as Tay-K, has been sentenced to an additional 80 years in prison for the 2017 murder of photographer Mark Anthony Saldivar, while he is already serving a 55-year sentence for a separate 2016 murder. A Bexar County jury found McIntyre guilty of murder but cleared him of capital murder, which would have led to a life sentence. Prosecutors argued that McIntyre shot Saldivar after a botched robbery during a photoshoot, while the defense claimed the case relied on questionable witness testimony. The judge highlighted the impact of McIntyre's actions on the deceased victim, stressing the need for him to reflect on the consequences of his actions. McIntyre, now 24, is noted for his breakout single 'The Race,' which gained popularity during a nationwide manhunt that preceded his arrest. His turbulent childhood, marked by instability and trauma, was discussed during the sentencing phase but ultimately did not sway the jury's decision on the length of his sentence.