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Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
Ian Watkins, former Lostprophets singer serving a 29-year sentence for child sex abuse, was murdered in Wakefield Prison, England, with two inmates charged with his killing.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
Ian Watkins, the former lead singer of Lostprophets and a convicted sex offender, was murdered in a UK prison, leading to the arrest of two suspects, Rashid Gedel and Samuel Dodsworth. Watkins was serving a 29-year sentence for child sex offenses, and his death has sparked a murder investigation.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
Two men appeared in court charged with the murder of Ian Watkins, the convicted paedophile singer, who was fatally injured in Wakefield Prison. Watkins, formerly of Lostprophets, was serving a 29-year sentence for child sex offences. The incident highlights ongoing issues within the prison system, which houses notorious offenders and faces security and violence concerns.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by New York Post
Ian Watkins, the convicted pedophile and former lead singer of Lostprophets, was murdered in prison by an inmate who slashed his throat, an act that was anticipated due to Watkins' history of violence and vulnerability in prison. His ex-girlfriend expressed relief and relief that he was finally killed, reflecting the brutal reality of his crimes and prison life.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Rolling Stone
Two men aged 25 and 43 were arrested on suspicion of murder following the stabbing death of Ian Watkins, the former Lostprophets singer, at HMP Wakefield prison in England, where he was serving a 29-year sentence. Watkins was previously attacked in prison, and his death occurs amid reports of increased violence at the facility.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Syracuse.com
Ian Watkins, the former lead singer of Lostprophets and a convicted sex offender, was killed in a prison stabbing at HMP Wakefield in England, with two other inmates arrested in connection to the murder. Watkins had served time for serious child sex crimes and was previously injured in the same prison.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Variety
Ian Watkins, the former lead singer of Lostprophets, died at age 48 after being attacked with a knife by another inmate in HMP Wakefield, where he was serving a 29-year sentence for serious sexual offenses. The incident is under investigation, and Watkins had previously been assaulted in August 2023.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NME
Ian Watkins, the convicted paedophile and former Lostprophets singer, was killed in a prison attack at Wakefield Prison, where he was serving a 29-year sentence for multiple sex offences. He was attacked by a fellow inmate and died from his injuries, amid a history of violence and grooming allegations while incarcerated.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
Ian Watkins, the former Lostprophets singer convicted of child sex offences, has died in prison after being attacked with a knife by another inmate at HMP Wakefield. He was serving a 29-year sentence for serious crimes including attempted rape of a baby, and his death is under investigation.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by London Evening Standard
Ian Watkins, the former Lostprophets singer convicted of multiple child sex offences, died after being attacked with a knife at Wakefield prison, where he was serving a 29-year sentence. The incident is under investigation, and Watkins had a history of violence and misconduct in prison.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Rolling Stone
Ian Watkins, the former lead singer of Lostprophets, died at age 48 following an attack in prison where he was serving a 29-year sentence for serious sexual offenses. The incident is under investigation, and Watkins had previously been assaulted in prison. His criminal history includes heinous crimes against children, and he was a prominent figure in the band known for hits like 'Last Train Home.'
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Consequence
Former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins, currently serving a 29-year sentence for sex offenses and pedophilia crimes, was reportedly taken hostage by fellow inmates in HMP Wakefield prison and brutally stabbed and beaten. He is said to be in a life-threatening condition and fighting for his life. Watkins, who pleaded guilty to multiple counts of engaging in sex with minors, including the attempted sexual assault of a baby, was eventually freed by prison guards and treated outside the prison. Police are investigating the incident.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BLABBERMOUTH.NET
Former LOSTPROPHETS singer Ian Watkins, serving a 29-year sentence for child sex offences, was reportedly stabbed in a British maximum security prison. He is in a life-threatening condition after being taken hostage by three inmates and freed by prison officers six hours later. Watkins was convicted in 2013 of 13 child sex offenses and admitted to attempted rape, sexual assault, and conspiring to rape a child. His bandmates disbanded following his guilty plea. Watkins was also found guilty in 2019 of possessing a mobile phone in prison.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian
Ian Watkins, the former lead singer of Lostprophets, who is serving a 29-year sentence for child sex offences, has reportedly been stabbed at HMP Wakefield. He was taken to the hospital after being taken hostage by three inmates. The incident is currently under investigation by the police. Watkins was convicted in 2013 for a range of sex offences, including the attempted rape of a fan's baby, and his depraved behavior was uncovered through the analysis of seized electronic devices.