Chris Brown has been inundated with death threats since a photo of pop star Rihanna battered and abused, (ahem) allegedly at the hands of the R&B crooner, made its way online last week.

The 19-year-old is reportedly in fear for his life.

“Chris is scared. Not only has he probably lost his career and his girlfriend, but he’s also fearing for his security and his life,” a hushed source told In Touch Weekly.

“The photo was the last straw. The threats started pouring in the moment that appeared.”