Nicki Minaj is currently mourning the loss of one of her crew member, De’Von Pickett, 29, who was brutally stabbed to death in Philadelphia on Wednesday, February 18, 2015.
According to reports, the stabbing occurred during a bar fight.which started with an argument inside Che Bar & Grill in Philadelphia.
Another member of Minaj’s team, Eric Parker, who also suffered multiple stab wounds to his side is receiving medical treatment in the hospital but is expected to survive.
Pickett and Parker have been in Philadelphia for 2 days rehearsing for Niki Minaj’s forthcoming tour with new boyfriend, Meek Mill which starts in March 16, 2015 in Sweden.
The rap queen shared the sad news via her Instagram page on Wednesday, February 19, 2015.
She captioned it: #Rp @myfabolouslife – these guys flew into Philly for my tour rehearsals 2 days ago and were both stabbed last night. #RIPDAYDAY condolences to your family. Unbelievable. Eric (on the right) is recovering. Another senseless act of violence that took the life of a great guy. So sad.
Really sad.