<p>Former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins has died after being attacked in prison.</p><p>The 48-year-old was serving a 29-year sentence at HMP Wakefield In West Yorkshire for child sex offences.</p><p>A statement from West Yorkshire Police read: “At 9.39am this morning (Saturday), police were called by staff at HMP Wakefield reporting an assault on a prisoner.</p><p>“Emergency services attended and the man was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later.</p><p>“Detectives from the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team are investigating and inquiries remain ongoing at the scene.”</p><p><em><br></em></p>

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The former singer was serving a 29-year sentence for child sex offences{ai:summary}<p>Former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins died after an assault in HMP Wakefield, where he was serving a 29-year term for child sex offences.</p><p>Staff reported the attack at 9:39am; emergency services attended; he was pronounced dead. Homicide detectives are investigating. #crime</p>

Former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins dies after prison attack

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