Tom Meighan: Former Kasabian frontman issues statement after domestic violence conviction

Musician said he has been struggling with alcoholism and ADHD

Tom Meighan has issued a statement following his domestic violence conviction.

The former Kasabian frontman pleaded guilty to assaulting his former fiancée on Tuesday (7 July). Less than 24 hours before he appeared in court, Kasabian had shared a statement announcing Meighan’s departure from the band to work on his “personal issues”.

On Wednesday (8 July), Meighan wrote on Twitter: “I would like to make a statement about recent events and publicly apologise to my partner Vikki, my bandmates, my friends, family and fans. I am very sorry and deeply regret my recent behaviour. In no way am I trying to condone my actions or make excuses. I am completely to blame and accept my responsibility.”

Meighan said he has been struggling with an alcohol addiction and has been diagnosed with ADHD.

“The incident in April was a wake-up call for me, for who I was, and what I was becoming,” he wrote. “I was spiralling out of control. My mental health was becoming more and more unstable and I was at breaking point.”

Meighan said he left rehab three weeks ago and is intent on staying sober. He added his ADHD diagnosis does not “excuse” his behaviour, but it has helped him to understand more about his ”behavioural issues”.

The musician concluded the post by assuring his fans the assault was an “isolated” incident, adding: “Vikki and I are still very much in love and we are looking forward to rebuilding our life together with the support of those close to us.”

The 39-year-old was sentenced at Leicester Magistrates’ Court after he admitted to assaulting Vikki Ager on 9 April this year and was ordered to carry out 200 hours of unpaid work.

Meighan’s departure from the band leaves guitarist Serge Pizzorno and bassist Chris Edwards as the only remaining founding members, with current drummer Ian Matthews joining the group in 2004. It is unclear whether Kasabian will seek to replace Meighan as lead vocalist.

The members of Kasabian released a statement condemning domestic violence on Tuesday night.