Liam Payne’s Death Investigation Leads to Three Arrests in Argentina
The investigation into the tragic death of Liam Payne, the former One Direction star, has resulted in the arrest of three individuals in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Payne, who was 31, died on October 16 after falling from a hotel balcony, prompting an extensive inquiry into the circumstances surrounding his death.
On Thursday, the local prosecutor’s office announced that the three suspects face charges related to “abandonment of a person after death” and “supply and facilitation of narcotics.” According to Prosecutor Andrés Esteban Madrea, one of the arrested individuals was a close associate of Payne during his time in Buenos Aires. The second suspect is identified as a hotel employee accused of providing Payne with cocaine, while the third person allegedly supplied drugs to him on two occasions just days before his death.
The investigation unfolded over two weeks, involving multiple raids, analysis of cell phone records, and toxicology tests. Following the inquiry, Payne’s body was released to his father, Geoff Payne, who had traveled to Argentina after learning of his son’s passing.
Toxicology reports revealed that Payne had traces of alcohol, cocaine, and a prescription antidepressant in his system at the time of his death. However, investigators have ruled out foul play, concluding that the injuries he sustained were consistent with an accidental fall from a third-floor balcony. They believe Payne was in a state of partial or full unconsciousness at the time of the fall, dismissing the notion that it was voluntary.
The prosecutor’s statement highlighted the thorough nature of the investigation, noting that over 800 hours of security footage from the hotel and surrounding areas were reviewed. Authorities conducted extensive interviews with hotel staff, family members, and medical professionals to piece together the events leading up to Payne’s tragic death.
As the investigation continues, the focus remains on understanding the circumstances that led to the loss of a beloved artist whose career impacted millions around the world.
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