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Christian Toby Obumseli, a young Nigerian man living in Miami, Florida, was murdered in his house, a week before his 28th birthday by his white lover, Courtney Tailor.
The event occurred on April 3 in the couple’s shared apartment.
After stabbing the Nigerian to death for reasons that have yet to be determined, Tailor, a prominent Instagram influencer with over 2 million followers, is claiming to be mentally ill in order to avoid being prosecuted and imprisoned.
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Confirming the development, elder brother of the victim, Jeff, in an Instagram post said, “I honestly can’t believe I’m writing this. It is with the heaviest heart I announce the murder of my younger brother, Christian (Toby) who was brutally killed on Sunday, a week from his 28th birthday — I’m truly at a loss for words. He didn’t deserve this.
“This is a lot to process. Thank you to everyone who has reached out. Your support is truly felt and appreciated during this devastating time. I ask the community to please pray for me and my family. Pray for strength for the long road ahead to justice.”
Despite substantial evidence against her, police have yet to arrest the killer, according to reports.
