Confirmed:
Erica Banks, the Atlanta-based rapper best known for her breakout hit “Buss It,” was taken into custody on Wednesday night in Clayton County, Georgia. According to official jail records, Banks—whose full name is Erica Scharmane Breaux—was booked and later released within a few hours.
Still Unclear:
Authorities have not yet released specifics regarding the theft allegation or the events leading up to the arrest.
Background:
Banks gained national attention in 2021 when “Buss It” became a viral sensation, dominating social media and topping the Billboard Top Triller U.S. chart. Her growing popularity landed her a spot on Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta in mid-2023. Most recently, she inked a joint venture deal with Arista Records in December 2024, signaling a continued upward trajectory in her music career.
Source:
This report is based on publicly available records from the Clayton County Jail.
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