Raleigh Business Owner Alleges Violent Attack by Sauce Walka Crew

Nathan Taylor claims he was beaten, robbed, and feared for his life after a video shoot job went wrong.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 2:07am

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An extreme close-up photograph of damaged car side mirror glass shards against a pitch-black background, lit by a harsh camera flash to create a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.A violent confrontation over an unpaid video shoot job has left a North Carolina business owner fearing for his safety.Today in Raleigh

A Raleigh, North Carolina business owner named Nathan Taylor is accusing members of rapper Sauce Walka's crew of violently attacking him after a car detailing job for a video shoot. Taylor claims he was surrounded by 5-7 men, struck in the face, knocked unconscious, and beaten while trying to protect his dog. He suffered a concussion and is now afraid for his life, though he says Sauce Walka himself did not physically attack him.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the potential risks and tensions that can arise for small businesses working on high-profile music video productions, especially when payment disputes or other conflicts occur. It also raises questions about the responsibility of artists to ensure the safety and fair treatment of vendors and contractors associated with their projects.

The details

According to Taylor, he received a last-minute call to prep two cars for a Sauce Walka video shoot. After completing the job, he claims he was suddenly surrounded by a group of 5-7 men, one of whom allegedly pulled out a weapon and struck him across the face, knocking him unconscious for 5-10 seconds. Taylor says the group then continued to hit him while he was on the ground, targeting his head and body. Throughout the attack, he was trying to protect his dog who was with him at the time.

  • The incident occurred after Taylor completed a car detailing job for a Sauce Walka video shoot.

The players

Nathan Taylor

The owner of Koa Pro Detail, a car detailing business in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Sauce Walka

A rapper who allegedly had a video shoot that involved Taylor's car detailing services.

Omari Martin

Also known as Way Too Tuft, he allegedly booked the job with Taylor's business.

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What they’re saying

“Everything went black for five to 10 seconds.”

— Nathan Taylor, Business Owner

“I was holding on to my girl (the doggie) because if she had gotten loose, they would have killed her.”

— Nathan Taylor, Business Owner

What’s next

Police are investigating the incident, but no arrests have been made yet. Taylor has undergone medical tests including a CT scan for his injuries.

The takeaway

This case highlights the potential risks and tensions that can arise for small businesses working on high-profile music video productions, especially when payment disputes or other conflicts occur. It also raises questions about the responsibility of artists to ensure the safety and fair treatment of vendors and contractors associated with their projects.