Lostprophets Frontman Ian Watkins Charged With Child Sex Offenses

Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins has been charged with child sex offenses.

The South Wales police force have released his name in conjunction with the crimes in order to corroborate evidence.

Watkins has been charged with conspiracy to engage in sexual activity with a female under 13 and possession/distribution of indecent images of children. He is due to appear at a magistrates' court in Cardiff Bay today (December 19).

A spokesman for South Wales Police has released a statement, which can be found by clicking read more.

"A Pontypridd man has been charged with sexual offences against children and is due to appear at Cardiff Magistrates' Court today.

The 35 year old has been charged with conspiracy to engage in sexual activity with a female under 13 and possession/distribution of indecent images of children.

"In order to assist their investigation, South Wales Police has named the man as Ian Watkins, a member of the rock group Lostprophets."