Former Iggy Pop drummer killed at 47

A drummer who played with Iggy Pop has died at the age of 47.

Alex Kirst, who played behind Iggy Pop during a career which also included time with rebellious early '90s rockers The Nymphs, died on January 13 as a result of what appears to be a hit-and-run.

According to the AP, Police have described the incident as a case of Kirst walking along a desert road in California when he was hit by a vehicle - thought to be an SUV - which did not slow down as it approached the musician.

The authorities were informed shortly before midnight, when a call was placed by a person who assumed Kirst was drunkenly sprawled on the roadside.

As part of The Trolls, Kirst played on Iggy Pop albums Beat 'Em Up and Skull Ring.