Erica Barrier, Daughter Of Hip-Hop Legend Eric B., Has Passed Away At 28 After Car Accident

After a day of being in critical condition, Erica Barrier, daughter of hip-hop legend Eric B., has passed away from injuries sustained in a car accident on Sunday in Connecticut.

According to the @Sister2Sister2.0 Instagram post, a tractor-trailer hit and rolled over Barrier’s Mini Cooper in Hartford, CT on I-91 around 1 AM. She suffered a broken neck and had a spinal injury. She was then admitted to ICU but unfortunately didn’t survive through the night.

Eric B is best known for his world-class DJ skills that accompanied the lyrical flow of group member Rakim, who shared the devastating loss of Eric B’s daughter on Facebook.

Eric B. also posted a tribute video of his daughter on Instagram.

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The hip hop legend’s publicist, Alvina Alston released a statement as well.

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Hartford, CT It is with profound sadness and disbelief that we announce the untimely passing of our beloved Erica Supreme Barrier at 6:18pm EST Monday evening, states Alvina Alston, Eric B’s Publicist. “She fought a valiant fight, however we TRUST GOD & HIS ultimate decision to bring her home. We want to sincerely thank everyone from around the world for the outpouring of support and love during this difficult time. Please continue to keep our family in prayer as we now prepare to lay Erica to rest. This was an unfortunate vehicular accident that claimed her life however, and it’s also crucial that we pray for the other driver involved. Our hearts also go out to him and his family as we hold no ill will in our hearts for those involved. Again, we accept GOD’s will and want to sincerely thank the good samaritans, first responders and impeccable medical staff who cared for our daughter at Hartford Hospital in Hartford CT.” says Eric B.

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We’re sending our deepest condolences to Eric B. and the entire family. Rest in peace, Erica.