Tay-K Convicted Of Second Murder, Faces Up To 99 Years

Rapper Tay-K, whose real name is Taymor McIntyre, has been found guilty of murder in the shooting of photographer Mark Anthony Saldivar in 2017, while he was already serving a 55-year sentence for a separate murder. The jury's verdict, delivered on April 14, 2025, means he faces an additional prison term ranging from 5 to 99 years, although he was acquitted of capital murder, which would have meant a life sentence. Prosecutors claimed that McIntyre shot Saldivar during a robbery attempt after picking him up for a photoshoot, while McIntyre's defense argued he was not the shooter. This case further complicates McIntyre's legal troubles, which began in a 2016 home invasion that resulted in the death of 21-year-old Ethan Walker. Tay-K gained notoriety with his viral song “The Race,” released during his flight from authorities after cutting off his ankle monitor. His continued legal battles highlight the intersection of his music career and criminal allegations, raising questions about the impact of his art on his legal proceedings.