Babyshambles singer Pete Doherty has confirmed he's back on heroin after claiming he was drug free.

He said in a statement: "(It's a) stupid, stupid action for which I feel only shame."

A spokesman for Parlophone told us: "Peter Doherty would like to apologise to the medical staff, fans and wellwishers who have helped and encouraged his progress in fighting his addiction to heroin.

"Peter sadly relapsed last week and is now looking to check himself back into a rehab clinic...He realises that he has not only let himself down but has let down those who trusted and encouraged his efforts."

'The Sun' newspaper broke the story by publishing a mobile phone video of the relapse showing Pete injecting the class A drug.

In the clip taken on Friday, a day after the EMAs, Doherty can clearly be seen crouching on the floor and preparing the heroin

During recent interviews the wayward star claimed he is clean of drugs and at a turning point in his life. The band have said the rehab stint will not affect their upcoming arena tour.

The Sun meanwhile has called for Pete to be locked up, their showbiz editor Victoria Newton has written:

It is now time for the magistrates to step up and do their jobs " lock Pete up.

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