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Daily Mail
9 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
British punk rockstar Colin Jerwood dies aged 63 after a short illness as his band pay tribute to 'our dear friend'
Colin Jerwood, the frontman of British punk rock band Conflict has died aged 63. The news was announced on the band's social media on Monday night, with a statement from his family reading: 'It is with a very heavy heart to announce Colin passed away after a short illness'. 'We know for his supporters that this is difficult news to hear.' The band added in the statement: 'As you can imagine we are struggling to find the words to describe how sad and upset we feel upon hearing of the loss of our band member and dear friend Colin.' 'We extend our deepest condolences to James, Georgia and the rest of Colin's family and friends.' The band also shared a link to an online memorial page where fans can donate to charity in Jerwood's memory. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Colin Jerwood, the frontman of British punk rock band Conflict has died aged 63 (pictured in 2019) The news was announced on the band's social media on Monday night, with a statement from his family reading: 'It is with a very heavy heart to announce Colin passed away' 'We kindly request that you do not attend his funeral,' they told fans. 'His family will be reading through any comments on the memorial page, and your presence will be felt. 'We appreciate all your support for Colin and Conflict over the years.' Punk group Conflict was originally based in Eltham, South London after being formed by Jerwood in 1981 amid the punk boom in the UK. The band are well known for their stances on animal rights and anti-facism and were still performing live in recent years, with gigs planned for the coming days across Scotland and Manchester. The original lineup consisted of Colin, Francisco 'Paco' Carreno, John, Steve, Pauline, and Paul a.k.a. 'Nihilistic Nobody'. Former band drummer, Francisco "Paco" Carreno, died in 2015, aged 49. They released their debut EP on Crass Records in 1982, and would later form their own Mortarhate Records label. Grieving fans shared their memories of Jerwood on social media with one writing: 'RIP Colin Jerwood, singer of Conflict, my favorite punk band of all time.' Grieving fans shared their memories of Jerwood on social media with one writing: 'RIP Colin Jerwood, singer of Conflict, my favorite punk band of all time' Another wrote: 'Rest in power Colin Jerwood' Cherry Red Records wrote: 'We're sad to hear of the passing of Colin Jerwood, frontman of Conflict.' 'We worked with Colin for over 20 years on the Mortarhate label. He was a character – sharp, driven, and always pushing forward. Colin left a mark on punk music that won't be forgotten. We'll miss him.'
The Sun
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
British punk rockstar dies aged 63 after short illness as band & family pay emotional tribute
A PUNK rockstar from a legendary British band has sadly died. Colin Jerwood, from the band Conflict, passed away after a "short illness" aged 63. 3 3 The band said: "It is with a very heavy heart to announce Colin passed away after a short illness. "We know for his supporters that this is difficult news to hear." It added: "We appreciate that many of you might want to share your condolences. We have set up this online memorial page that you can contribute to. You can also donate to charities in his memory. "Colin's family meant the world to him and he would want their wishes to be respected. "We kindly request that you do not attend his funeral. His family will be reading through any comments on the memorial page and your presence will be felt. "We appreciate all your support for Colin and Conflict over the years." Tributes rolled in, calling the singer an "inspiration". Formed in 1981, the band's original line up featured Colin, Francisco 'Paco' Carreno, John, Steve, Pauline, and Paul a.k.a. 'Nihilistic Nobody'. Former band drummer, Francisco "Paco" Carreno, died in 2015, aged 49. Born and raised in Eltham, Colin founded Conflict amid the punk boom in the UK. The band went on to carve out a space in the Anarcho-punk scene and were known for their stances on animal rights and anti-facism. 3
The Sun
3 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Machete-wielding teen who sparked massive police hunt when he cut off electronic tag while on bail is spared jail
A TEENAGER who sparked a massive police hunt after absconding on bail and cutting off his electronic tag has been spared custody again. Met commissioner Sir Mark Rowley last week raised his concerns over the 16-year-old boy's case. 2 He said massive resources had been used to track down the teenager — 'involved in machete attacks' — with a history of being arrested for firearms and zombie knives. Sir Mark told BBC Radio 4: 'We sought his remand in custody. Even under the current system he was eventually bailed. He skipped his bail on his tag and we've put massive resources into chasing him. 'He's been caught with another machete again.' But we can reveal the boy is now back on the streets after being captured in Eltham, South East London, on Tuesday. He was held on suspicion of attempted murder, possessing a machete and cannabis. He had also cut off his electronic tag. The lad, who cannot be named for legal reasons, appeared at Bromley youth court on Thursday over the machete and drugs. Prosecutors called for him to be remanded. But District Judge Vanessa Lloyd said: 'Custody for young people must be a last resort.' She technically refused bail, but remanded him to local authority accommodation with an 8pm to 7am curfew — and ordered he wear a tag. Cops are probing the attempted murder allegation. 2
RNZ News
16-05-2025
- Science
- RNZ News
Researchers uncover giant 30-year-old fungus near Eltham
From left to right Dr Peter Buchanan, (front), Gerrie Viljoen, teacher at Ormiston Junior College, Auckland and Sam Lasham PhD student Auckland University (he's wearing orange, and was the person who found the enormous Ganoderma). Photo: Supplied A trio of fungal experts stumbled across the largest Ganoderma specimen they had ever seen during the annual New Zealand Fungal Foray this week in Taranaki. PhD student Sam Lasham found the enormous Ganoderma at Rotokare near Eltham. He was accompanied by the academic leading the expedition, Dr Peter Buchanan from Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research, and Auckland teacher teacher Gerrie Viljoen. He said the enormous Ganoderma was a perennial. "It can keep growing out and down, but only if there's enough food behind it, on the stump that it's growing on." But Buchanan said he had never seen one this size before in 45 years of looking, and estimated the fungus was about 30 years old. Around 50 fungal experts and enthusiasts from across the country are taking part in the four day event, which ends Saturday. Participants observed and photographed fungi in surrounding native forests, some of which are unlikely to have been previously studied for their fungi. The foragers have permission from iwi/hapū, the Department of Conservation and Taranaki Council to collect them. Several of the forests being accessed during this Foray are unlikely to have been previously studied for their fungi. Orange pore fungus Favolaschia calocera. Photo: Supplied / Kim Triegaardt This year's foray includes a "Fungus of the Year" promotion with 12 fungal candidates to vote from. People can vote for their favourite fungus , or maybe vote for a fungus that is threatened, or culturally important, or edible, or (on the negative side) one that's causing an important disease. As a Kingdom entirely separate from plants, and more closely related to animals, fungi come in so many shapes, colours and forms. On the specimen table at the Fungal Foray. Photo: Supplied / Kim Triegaardt Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Yahoo
Call 999 if you see missing Eltham man ‘not wearing shoes'
Police are asking to the public to call 999 if they see a missing man from Eltham. 63-year-old Tony has been reported missing since around midday on May 9. He is described as having grown-out brown hair and a beard, and may be wearing grey bottoms and a black jumper. Police say he is not believed to be wearing any shoes. Tony has not been seen since Friday and concerns are growing for his welfare. Anyone who sees him should call 999 and quote reference 8063/09MAY25.
