Liam Payne's tragic fall: Three suspects face charges
New developments in the investigation into Liam Payne's death point to three suspects who may have contributed to the tragedy. The Argentine prosecutor's office is conducting an intensive investigation.
10:33 AM EST, November 8, 2024
Liam Payne, known from the band One Direction, died on October 16, 2024, after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires. This tragic event shocked his fans worldwide. Those close to the artist believe quick medical intervention could have prevented the tragedy. The process of clarifying the circumstances of his death is still ongoing. The prosecutor's office in Argentina has clearly stated that Payne had no intention of taking his own life, accusing three individuals in connection with his death.
The tragic death of Liam Payne: Three individuals charged
During the course of the ongoing investigation led by the Argentine prosecutor's office, new individuals have been revealed who may be linked to the tragic death of Liam Payne. Three people have been detained and are facing formal charges.
A friend of Payne, whose identity has not been disclosed, is accused of negligence that may have resulted in his death. This person faces charges of "crimes of abandonment of a person followed by death, supply and facilitation of narcotics." The friend could face up to fifteen years in prison. The newspaper "La Nacion" reports that the individual did not inform the musician's family about his return to drug use.
Two other individuals, a hotel employee and an alleged drug dealer, have been charged in connection with supplying illegal substances to Liam. Both have been identified, and the hotel employee has lost his job.
Searches and secured evidence
A report from TMZ indicated that authorities conducted raids on locations associated with the suspects, examining, among other things, hotel lockers and securing a range of evidence. Investigators discovered the phone number of the alleged dealer, leading to a search of his residence in Lomas de Zamora. Marijuana and electronics were found there, indicating possible contact between the hotel employee and the dealer regarding the provision of narcotics to Payne.
Toxicological tests revealed the presence of multiple substances, including the so-called pink cocaine, a mix containing methamphetamine, ketamine, and MDMA. According to the latest information, analyses of Payne's blood and urine also disclosed the presence of alcohol, cocaine, and an antidepressant. At the time of the fall, he was not fully conscious, as evidenced by the lack of defensive signs.
