[UPDATED] French Montana’s Coke Boys Rapper Chinx Shot & Killed + Was He Dating Malika Haqq?

Chinx was known for being a member of French’s Coke Boys. French has yet to release a statement. However, rapper Meek Mill shared condolences, with the Instagram message below.

This is exactly why I don’t play in the streets ….. Chinx to French like Omelly to me! I tell @Omelly and my real day 1s get out that hood no matter what it cost or the circumstance! It’s nothing that add up to losing ya life at a young age!!! Niggas killing niggas that’s Tryna win! I got love for the people in the hood but I don’t fuck wit the hood nomore! I dont agree with the rules, most of that shit stupid to me now because I learned and it has nothing to do with having money! Seeing shit like happen always make my heart cold and make me act in cold ways towards my own kind of people! I hate to see potential DIE!! REST WELL #CHINX WE GONE FUCKING MISS YOU!!!

A photo posted by Meek Mill (@meekmill) on May 17, 2015 at 5:54am PDT

Prior to his death, Chinx posted the photo below of him and friends in what appears to be a studio.

A photo posted by CHINX (@chinxmusic) on May 16, 2015 at 11:22pm PDT

Chinx was 31. Story developing.

Update #2: Chinx’s management has released the following statement:

It is with a heavy heart that The Legion Media Group and 4 Kings Management announce the passing of Lionel “Chinx” 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. Chinx’s dedication, humor and vision will always be remembered “Chinx was one of the most talented, professional, and determined rappers this industry had to offer,” said Publicist Chanel Rae, “Further more, he was a friend.” #RIPChinx #teamLegion

According to The YBF, Chinx has been romantically linked to Khloe Kardashian’s BFF, Malika Haqq.

Malika has yet to comment on Chinx’s death.

Khloe has responded, posting the following Instagram message:

We’ve only known each other a short time but it was the best time, full of memories that I will cherish forever! I miss you Chinxy ???? #TheWolfPack #RIPChinx

A photo posted by Khloé (@khloekardashian) on May 17, 2015 at 11:53am PDT

Update #3. Malika, who is rumored to have dated Chinx, posted the following Instagram message:

There may be more beautiful times but this was ours. Forever a light in my heart. Milk loves you ????

A photo posted by Malika (@forevermalika) on May 17, 2015 at 5:39pm PDT

French also shared his condolences via Instagram:

Who would of thought?? i'll ever get that call ??

A photo posted by French Montana (@frenchmontana) on May 17, 2015 at 7:03pm PDT

Love & Hip Hop NY’s Erica Mena, posted the following Instagram message:

Rest In Paradise My Friend! We are ALL going to miss you so much. @CHINXMusic " Yo E What Up Fool" ????????

A photo posted by Erica Mena (@iamerica_mena) on May 17, 2015 at 6:50am PDT

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