Tyler West says witnessing a stabbing had ‘knock-on effect’ on his mental health

The 29-year-old from south London spoke about the incident on BBC One show Celebrity Race Across The World.

DJ and presenter Tyler West has said witnessing a fatal stabbing aged 14 has had a “knock-on effect” on his mental health.

The 29-year-old from south London opened up about issues with “control” and the need to push himself out of his comfort zone while helping out with forest conservation on BBC One show Celebrity Race Across The World.

The Kiss FM DJ is appearing on this year’s show, which sees four celebrities and their loved ones look to complete a 3,670-mile race through Central America, alongside his girlfriend, EastEnders actress Molly Rainford.

Speaking to Rainford, he said: “I didn’t know this would be this much outside of my comfort zone. I always like to be in control