DMX has gotten arrested yet again on Tuesday (July 14). Authorities got a hold of the rapper after a court hearing over past-due child support payments. He was also arrested last month in New York City before he was set to perform at Radio City Music Hall.
READ: DMX Arrested Outside Of Radio City Music Hall For Failing To Pay Child Support
A spokesperson from the New York City Sheriff’s Department reportedly informed WPIX-TV, that at the time of his arrest, he had $400,000 worth of unpaid child support. There was a warrant issued by the city of White Plains for bail hopping and a robbery accusation in Newark, New Jersey. However, no charges were made in the Newark case.
READ: DMX Responds To Robbery Allegation: ‘If I Did It, You Would Have Known About It’
According to BET, officials in Buffalo, New York took DMX into custody Wednesday (July 15). Reggae artist Shaggy announced the news of X’s arrest early this morning on Twitter, stating how he will have to miss performing at Shaggfest due to his arrest.
It comes with sadness and regret. But Dmx will not be attending this year #shaggfest. — he got locked up today for 6 months
— Shaggy (@shaggy757) July 15, 2015
He begged the judge to let him finish his last 3 shows. 2 this weekend and one next week. Which was #shaggfest. But the judge said no
— Shaggy (@shaggy757) July 15, 2015