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Friends and fans of the rapper Chinx have spoken out in loving tribute, after he was shot and killed this weekend.
Chinx, real name Lionel Pickens, was shot and killed in Queens, NY, in the early hours of yesterday morning (17 May). He was just 31-years-old. Mourners gathered in Queens to remember Chinx by playing his music in the streets.
The acclaimed hip-hop star rose to fame as a member of French Montana's Coke Boys. French Montana has since taken online to share this emotional tribute to his friend and bandmate:
one of the most genuine individuals that I've ever encountered. still trying to wrap my head around this... R.I.P my brother CHINX. we're going to miss you dearly.
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Can't let these suckas shatter ya dreams! RIP CHINX!
— Meek Mill (@MeekMill) May 17, 2015
And the hood gotta stop glorifying suckas that kill good people!
— Meek Mill (@MeekMill) May 17, 2015
I take that shit personal when somebody that's truly Tryna win get killed..... I really feel that shit in my chest!
— Meek Mill (@MeekMill) May 17, 2015
Rip Chinx man. Smoke extra for da homie and his fam today.
— Cameron (@wizkhalifa) May 17, 2015
Damn cuz Chinx been on my mind all day ... That's my dog 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
— Chevy Woods (@CHEVYWOODS) May 18, 2015
Rip to the homie @ChinxMusic .. Life is crazy pic.twitter.com/OJlQvWCfsN
— Mark Battles (@markbattles317) May 18, 2015
RIP Chinx. Mad love to the homie @FrencHMonTanA. 🙏🏼 So sad. Too many, too young.
— #FNKLRDZ (@Chromeo) May 17, 2015
Following his tragic death, Legion Media Group issued the following statement:
"It is with a heavy heart that The Legion Media Group and 4 Kings Management announce the passing of Lionel Pickens this morning. He was 31. Few details are available about his passing but his management confirmed his passing this morning. The rapper from Queens, New York was a member of French Montana's Coke Boys. (Pickens') dedication, humor and vision will always be remembered.
Publicist Chanel Rae added: "(Pickens) was one of the most talented, professional, and determined rappers this industry had to offer. Further more, he was a friend."
Police are currently investigation the incident, but claim at present they can find 'no motive' for the shooting.
