DMX Off The Hook For Valet Corvette Mix-Up In L.A.

BY Erika Marie 6.6K Views
Link Copied to Clipboard!
Streeter Lecka/BIG3/Getty Images
DMX
Thankfully he won't be held responsible for any wrongdoings.

Rapper DMX has been working his hardest to stay out of trouble. Earlier this year, the 48-year-old was released from prison after serving a yearlong sentence for tax evasion. Determined to never find himself behind bars again, the rapper has been focused on working on his music, performing shows, and staying dedicated to his spirituality.

This is also a sensitive time for DMX because for the next three years he's on parole. That is why back in March, the rapper was reportedly nervous about a valet mix-up that took place at STK restaurant at the W Hotel in Hollywood. According to reports, the rapper was dining out with friends and when it was time for them to leave, the driver of the entourage realized they'd misplaced their ticket for their Corvette. One of the valet workers remembered the group and said he would just go fetch the car. DMX's friend got behind the wheel with the rapper in the passenger seat and they took off. 

The only thing they didn't notice was that the Corvette they were driving didn't belong to DMX's friend, and when the true owner came for his luxury ride, it was missing. He reported the car stolen and the police arrived on the scene, but the valet explained the mix-up. The car was eventually recovered, but there was still in an investigation carried out because technically, DMX was riding in a "stolen" vehicle.

Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

According to TMZ, the rapper is officially released of any misconduct that could have been tied to a parole violation. The outlet also stated that DMX not being the actual driver of the car helped him tremendously.


About The Author
Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.

Comments 2
Page was generated in 1.4527099132538