Court records have revealed that Erica Frank was stabbed to death on Columbus' near east side, marking the incident as an act of domestic violence. The suspect, Michael Ackerman, was taken into custody without incident and admitted to stabbing Frank after she accused him of raping her. Court documents also reveal that Ackerman has previous assault charges and a pattern of DV charges. The victim's relationship with Ackerman was not specified. Neighbors have been encouraged to seek help for domestic violence if they are in a relationship.