An arson squad has been called in to investigate a fire at a home owned by US rapper 50 Cent.

The property, in the tree-lined neighborhood of Dix Hills, was savaged by fire in the early hours of Friday morning.

Six people, including 50 Cent’s ex-girlfriend Shaniqua Tompkins and their 10-year-old son, were admitted to hospital following the fire. They have since been discharged.

A spokesperson for the fire department said that the arson squad had been called in "because of the intensity of the fire, and also being that who belongs to the house."

The home is currently at the centre of a bitter dispute between 50 Cent, whose real name is Curtis Jackson, and Tompkins.

Tompkins filed a lawsuit against Jackson earlier this year, alleging that he had backtracked on a promise made ten years ago to give her the property.

It’s understood that the rapper wants Tompkins and their son to be evicted from the home, reports the Associated Press.

In a statement yesterday, Jackson’s spokesperson said the rapper had “expressed deep concern” over the fire.

"He is extremely thankful that everyone including his son, Marquise, escaped the burning house safely.

“He is confident that authorities will be conducting a thorough investigation of the incident and is eager to review their findings."

Jackson is currently filming a new movie in Louisiana.

(by Jason Gregory)