Stop the press! Big news from Leeds Crown Court! Samuel Dodsworth has denied charges of murdering Ian Watkins, the former Lostprophets frontman. Remember Watkins? He was serving a 29-year sentence in Wakefield Prison for shocking child offences.
Dodsworth, appearing via video link, entered a ‘not guilty’ plea for both murder and possession of a makeshift knife. Joining him in this high-profile case is Rashid Gedel, aka Rico Gedel, who opted to stay in his cell rather than appear by video link and hasn’t entered a plea yet. Their trial is set for May 5, 2026, and it could last up to four weeks – mark your calendars!
Emergency services rushed to the prison on October 11, finding the 48-year-old Watkins already dead. His life took a dark turn after his 2012 arrest revealed appalling crimes, and he’s previously faced trouble behind bars, including a hospitalisation following an attack.
Stay tuned for more courtroom drama as both defendants remain in custody, with the next hearing slated for February 2. This case promises to keep the headlines rolling!