New York Rapper Charged Over 2021 Elmont Acid Attack

Terrell Campbell, who goes by the rap name 'YungBasedPrince', allegedly poured acid on a college student, causing severe burns and vision loss.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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A 29-year-old New York rapper named Terrell Campbell has been charged in connection with a 2021 acid attack that left a college student named Nafiah Ikram with life-altering injuries. The brutal assault resulted in first- and second-degree burns to Ikram's face, arms, and throat, as well as significant vision loss in one eye. Authorities have not detailed a clear motive, but the Nassau County Attorney stated that Campbell showed a 'heartless' disregard for the 'traumatic, life-altering injuries' he caused.

Why it matters

Acid attacks are a horrific form of violence that can have devastating physical and psychological impacts on victims. This case highlights the need for stronger laws and enforcement to prevent such crimes, as well as the challenges victims face in recovering and rebuilding their lives after these traumatic incidents.

The details

According to reports, Terrell Campbell, who performs under the rap name 'YungBasedPrince', allegedly poured acid on Nafiah Ikram while she was in her driveway in 2021. The attack resulted in severe burns and significant vision loss in one of Ikram's eyes. Authorities have not publicly detailed a clear motive for the assault, but the Nassau County Attorney stated that Campbell showed a 'heartless' disregard for the 'traumatic, life-altering injuries' he caused.

  • The acid attack occurred in 2021.
  • Two years after the attack, Campbell made a song with disturbing lyrics about the crime.

The players

Terrell Campbell

A 29-year-old New York rapper who goes by the stage name 'YungBasedPrince' and has been charged in connection with the 2021 acid attack.

Nafiah Ikram

A college student who was the victim of the 2021 acid attack, suffering severe burns and significant vision loss in one eye.

Anne Donnelly

The Nassau County Attorney who addressed the 'disturbing nature' of the crime and stated that Campbell showed a 'heartless' disregard for the 'traumatic, life-altering injuries' he caused.

Patrick Ryder

The Nassau Police Commissioner who announced that a $50,000 Crime Stoppers reward will be given to an individual who provided information that helped move the case forward.

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What they’re saying

“It is clear, this heartless defendant intended to cause her irreversible harm and later he cared so little about the traumtic harm and later h cared so little about the traumatic life-altering injuries he caused. He used the attack to try to futher his rap career.”

— Anne Donnelly, Nassau County Attorney (Newsday LLC)

“I'm glad that I've closed a chapter on the uncertainty, the safety, and the looking over my shoulders.”

— Nafiah Ikram (News 12)

“Try to run up and have your face burnt in acid.”

— Terrell Campbell, Rapper (News 12)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Terrell Campbell out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the devastating impact of acid attacks and the need for stronger laws and enforcement to prevent such crimes. It also underscores the long-lasting trauma and challenges faced by victims as they work to rebuild their lives after these horrific incidents.