LeBron James Pleads For Help After Cavs Executive's Sister Found Murdered

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The basketball icon took to Twitter to ask residents of his hometown to help authorities with the investigation.

Los Angeles Lakers champion LeBron James is hoping that by using his platform, he can help solve a heinous crime. There hasn't been much shared about the case in local news reports, but it's being reported that Ericka Weems, sister of Cleveland Cavaliers executive Brandon Weems, was killed inside of her home in Akron, Ohio. The medical examiner ruled the death a homicide as Ericka Weems was found with a gunshot wound to her head.

"She had a passion and love for children," Brandon Weems told News 5 Cleveland. "She could get kids to say and do things that even their parents couldn't do." LeBron pleaded with the public to help bring closure to this case.

"AKRON OHIO!! My brother's sister was murdered this past weekend in her home!" James tweeted. "My brother family need answers to why and by whom. My city I need y'all to go to work and find out who did this awful, shameful, disgusting thing to such a caring, loving angel!"

The Cleveland Cavaliers also sent out a statement regarding Ericka's death. "The entire Cavaliers organization was saddened to learn about the recent tragic death of Brandon Weems' sister Ericka. Our hearts are heavy and full of pain over this senseless act. We express our deepest condolences to Brandon, the entire Weems family, their loved ones, and the Akron community. We will be with Brandon throughout the extremely difficult time and will offer our assistance and resources to help find justice for Ericka."

At this time, it's reported that the police don't have any suspects.

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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

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