DMX: Family warns scammers are trying to profit from the rapper's funeral

FILE- DMX performs during the BET Hip Hop Awards in Atlanta on Oct. 1, 2011. The family of rapper DMX says he has died at age 50 after a career in which he delivered iconic hip-hop songs such as “Ruff Ryders’ Anthem.” A statement from the family says the Grammy-nominated rapper died at a hospital in White Plains, New York, “with his family by his side after being placed on life support for the past few days. He was rushed to a New York hospital from his home April 2. (AP Photo/David Goldman, File)

DMX’s Family Warns of Scammers The family of DMX is warning fans to look out for scammers as the rapper’s funeral service comes closer. A statement was released by the family letting fans know that they’re not selling merch to raise money for the funeral and if anyone says they are they’re a scammer. A memorial service for family and friends will be held on Saturday, April 24 at Barclay’s Center in Brooklyn. X passed away 10 days ago at the age of 50 after suffering a heart attack. Have you seen any of the scammers trying to profit from DMX’s death? Are you going to X’s memorial service?