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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 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 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 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.'