Suicide Silence Frontman Killed In Road Accident

Mitch Lucker, frontman of renowned American deathcore band Suicide Silence, has died after a motorcycle accident.

Earlier this morning the band revealed the news on their Facebook. The posted, “There's no easy way to say this. Mitch passed away earlier this morning from injuries sustained during a motorcycle accident. This is completely devastating to all of us and we offer our deepest condolences to his family. He will be forever in our hearts.”

Tributes have since been pouring in for 28-year-old Lucker – who toured Australia last year on the back of the band's third album The Black Crown – including from local act Thy Art Is Murder.

Lucker's last Tweet was Halloween themed.

The world lost an incredible musician today. Our hearts are with all friends, family, and fans. RIP Mitch Lucker, you will be missed by many

— Century Media (@centurymedia) November 1, 2012

RIP Mitch Lucker from Suicide Silence.We all miss you man...#RIPMitchLucker

— Vic Fuentes (@piercethevic) November 1, 2012

Rest in peace Mitch Lucker. Our thoughts go out to your family and friends. You will be missed.

— Thy Art Is Murder (@taimofficial) November 1, 2012