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Ian Watkins Killed in Prison Attack; Murder Investigation Underway

10/11/2025

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Ian Watkins, former lead singer of Welsh band Lostprophets, was killed October 11, 2025, in a prison attack at HMP Wakefield.
The 48-year-old was serving a 29-year sentence for child sex offenses, including attempted rape of a baby.
Watkins was stabbed in the neck by another inmate shortly after cells were unlocked.
Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene.
West Yorkshire Police has launched a murder investigation.

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Ian Watkins, former lead singer of Welsh band Lostprophets, was killed October 11, 2025, in a prison attack at HMP Wakefield.
The 48-year-old was serving a 29-year sentence for child sex offenses, including attempted rape of a baby.
Watkins was stabbed in the neck by another inmate shortly after cells were unlocked.
Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene.
West Yorkshire Police has launched a murder investigation.