Investigation charges three over Liam Payne's tragic death
New details in the investigation of Liam Payne's death indicate three suspects who may have been involved in the tragedy. The Argentine prosecutor's office is conducting a thorough investigation.
Liam Payne, known from the band One Direction, died on 16 October 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 that prompt 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 ongoing investigation led by the Argentine prosecutor's office, new individuals have been identified who may be connected to the tragic death of Liam Payne. Three people have been detained and are facing formal proceedings.
A friend of Payne, whose identity has not been disclosed, is accused of negligence that may have resulted in his death. He faces charges of "crimes of abandonment of a person followed by death, supply and facilitation of narcotics." He could face up to fifteen years in prison. The newspaper "La Nacion" reports that he 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 materials. Investigators discovered the phone number of the alleged dealer, leading to a search of his residence in Lomas de Zamora. Cannabis 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.
