Eric Smalls

Eric Smalls is a childhood friend of Metkel Betew, known for his loyalty and honesty. He expressed deep sorrow and disbelief over Betew's tragic death, emphasizing that despite Betew's past involvement in criminal environments, he was striving for a better life. Smalls described Betew as a genuinely good person and criticized those who reacted with joy to the news of his friend's death, labeling such sentiments as rooted in racism and ignorance. He has known Betew since they were six years old and shared heartfelt tributes on social media following the incident.