The disgraced former Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins is reportedly 'fighting for his life' after being stabbed in prison. Watkins has been jailed for decades after admitting a string of heinous child abuse crimes.
He is currently being held in HMP Wakefield - one of the UK's most notorious jails. On Saturday, however, reports say Watkins was stabbed after being 'held hostage' and attacked by fellow inmates. “He was found by officers after being held hostage and battered on Saturday morning," a source said. "He’s in a life-threatening condition and there are fears he could die.
If he survives, he’ll have been very lucky.” Join our WhatsAp p Top Stories and Breaking News group by clicking this link A Prison Service spokesperson said: “Police are investigating an incident which took place on Saturday at HMP Wakefield.
We are unable to comment further while the police investigate.” But who is Ian Watkins and what horrific crimes saw him serving his 29-year sentence?
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