The tragic murder of 37-year-old Ericka Danielle Weems, an Ohio daycare owner and the god-sister of NBA superstar LeBron James, has left her family and community in shock. Ericka was gunned down in her Akron, Ohio home on November 2, 2020, and nearly three years later, her killer remains at large.
What Happened
On November 2, 2020, Ericka Weems was found shot to death in her home on Hardesty Boulevard in Akron, Ohio. She was discovered by her sister and brother-in-law after they went to check on her when she failed to answer the door for parents arriving at her home to drop off their children. The tragedy left her family devastated, and they are still searching for answers.
Ericka was known for her immense kindness, dedication to children, and commitment to her community. A graduate of Ohio State University and Kent State University, she devoted her career to early childhood education, running Recess Child Development Center and later a daycare out of her home in Akron. Her selfless contributions to her community and her work with the homeless made her a trusted and loved figure.
The Investigation and Public Support
Despite national media coverage, no one has been charged in Ericka’s murder. Her family and community continue to demand justice. LeBron James, her god-brother, publicly called for justice on social media, expressing his heartbreak and calling for answers. In response to the crime, the Cleveland Cavaliers contributed $10,000 to the reward fund, with Summit County Crime Stoppers adding an additional $5,000, bringing the total reward to $15,000 for any information leading to an arrest.
Despite the reward and public outcry, the case remains unsolved, and Ericka’s family continues to wait for justice.
How You Can Help
If you have any information regarding the murder of Ericka Danielle Weems, please contact the Akron Police Department at 330-375-2490 or Summit County Crime Stoppers at 330-334-COPS. Your information could be crucial in bringing justice to her family and community.
Her family is still waiting for answers.
Her community is still grieving.
And her killer remains unaccounted for.
This story may be updated with more information as the investigation continues.
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