Method Man surrenders to authorities after failing to pay taxes

Method Man surrendered to authorities Monday morning after failing to pay nearly $33,000 in back personal income taxes, according to officials cited by the New York Post.

The Wu Tang Clan member -- whose real name is Clifford Smith -- entered the Staten Island DA's office at about 8 a.m. to face felony charges in connection with neglecting to pay $32,799 dating back to 2004, according to DA Daniel Donovan.

Authorities said the rapper, who lives on Staten Island, had failed to pay taxes for three years.

The investigation was conducted by the DA's office and the state Department of Taxation.

"Failure to properly report and pay your taxes is a crime against all citizens and will be aggressively investigated and prosecuted," said Donovan.