Eric Steven Holland was 18 when he was killed by gun violence in Capitol Heights, Maryland, on or around August 14 or 15, 2006. The death was described as sudden; family remembrances after the event emphasized the depth of their loss.

He is survived by his mother, Tamala Holland; his father and stepmother, Eric S. Sr. and Quay Holland; siblings LaShawnda, Tiana, Tyesha, Amira, and David; and a large extended family. A visitation and funeral were held and he was buried at Fort Lincoln Cemetery. Online memorials and guestbooks show ongoing messages from friends and family.

Does anyone have memories of Eric or information about what happened that summer in Capitol Heights?