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Ian Watkins 'furiously denies' child sex charges

Ian Watkins' solicitor says he "furiously denies" the six charges he faces of sexual offences against children, which include conspiring to rape a child.

Mr Watkins furiously denies all of the charges and allegations made.

He intends to fight to the bitter end to clear his name.

He wishes to thank the fans, family and friends for the constant love and support they have given and continue to give throughout this testing time.

– Watkins & Gunn Solicitors

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Child sex case against Lostprophets singer adjourned

Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins is accused of conspiring to rape a child. Credit: PA

A case against Welsh rock star Ian Watkins, who is accused of sexual offences against children, has been adjourned.

The Lostprophets singer, who is 35 and from Pontypridd, will appear again at Cardiff Crown Court in the week commencing 20 May.

Mr Watkins faces six charges in total, including conspiring to rape a girl under the age of 13.

A 24-year-old woman and a 20-year-old woman are also accused of sexual offences against children.

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Lostprophets singer to appear in court on child sex charges

Ian Watkins on stage in 2010 with his band Lostprophets
Ian Watkins on stage in 2010 with his band Lostprophets Credit: Yui Mok / PA Wire

Rock star Ian Watkins is to appear at Cardiff Crown Court today to face allegations of plotting to rape a child.

The 35-year-old lead vocalist of Lostprophets was charged along with two women earlier this month.

South Wales Police said all three had been arrested as part of Operation Globe - which investigates allegations of child abuse. The two women cannot be named for legal reasons.

Watkins faces a total of six sex abuse charges, including conspiring to engage in sexual activity with two young children, as well as making, downloading and distributing child pornography, and assessing "extreme pornography."

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