Liam Payne, the former One Direction star, tragically passed away after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The singer, known for his work as a musician and songwriter, was 31 years old at the time of his death. While the official cause of death was confirmed through an autopsy, authorities are still awaiting the results of the toxicology report to determine the role substances may have played in this heartbreaking incident.
According to the Argentina National Prosecutor’s Office, an autopsy revealed that Payne’s cause of death was due to “polytrauma,” which includes a combination of severe internal and external injuries. These injuries were consistent with those sustained from a high fall. The forensic experts found a total of 25 injuries on his body, particularly to his skull and brain, which were significant enough to be fatal. In addition, he suffered multiple internal and external hemorrhages in areas such as his chest, abdomen, and limbs, which contributed to his passing.
The circumstances surrounding Payne’s death are still under investigation. Police were called to the hotel shortly before the fall, responding to a report of a man, allegedly under the influence, causing a disturbance in his room. Authorities have since confirmed that the incident involved Payne. Medics who arrived at the scene found him with life-threatening injuries and declared him dead shortly after. Early indications suggest that Payne was alone in his hotel room at the time of his fall, which further points to the possibility that he may have been in a vulnerable state, possibly influenced by drugs or alcohol.
Witnesses who were with Payne before his death have been interviewed by authorities. These individuals, including hotel staff and two women who had been with him in the hours leading up to the fall, were not present at the time of the incident. Despite their testimonies, the investigation is still ongoing, with authorities trying to determine if any third parties were involved prior to Payne’s death.
In addition to the autopsy findings, initial reports from the toxicology tests indicate that several substances were found in Payne’s system at the time of his passing. Among these substances was “pink cocaine,” a synthetic drug mix containing methamphetamine, ketamine, and MDMA, as well as other illicit substances like crack cocaine and benzodiazepines. However, further testing is still underway, and results may take over a week to finalize.
The term “polytrauma” refers to multiple traumatic injuries that affect various parts of the body and can be life-threatening. This type of injury is commonly seen in incidents like severe car accidents or suicide attempts. In Payne’s case, the combination of traumatic injuries sustained from his fall, along with the possible effects of drug use, led to his untimely death. Payne had previously spoken about his struggles with addiction and had sought help in 2023, entering a rehab program to overcome his substance use. His passing has left his fans, friends, and loved ones mourning the loss of a talented musician and a beloved public figure.
