Two additional hotel workers have been charged in connection to the death of Liam Payne, the former One Direction singer, who fell from a third-floor balcony at a Buenos Aires hotel on October 16, 2024. Prosecutors allege that the two employees were involved in supplying and facilitating narcotics during Payne’s stay, a key aspect of the investigation into his death【6】【7】.
This development follows the earlier arrest of three individuals, including another hotel worker and an alleged drug dealer. Prosecutors have highlighted Payne’s diminished consciousness at the time of the fall, with toxicology reports confirming the presence of alcohol, cocaine, and “pink cocaine”—a potent synthetic drug—along with a prescription antidepressant in his system. These findings suggest Payne was in a vulnerable state, which could have contributed to the fatal incident【6】【7】.
Payne had been staying at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel from October 13 to 16, where witnesses reported his erratic behavior and overindulgence in drugs and alcohol. Hours before his fall, hotel staff contacted emergency services, expressing concerns for his safety due to his deteriorating condition and proximity to the balcony【6】【7】.
Authorities have ruled out self-harm or third-party physical interference, describing his death as resulting from “multiple trauma” caused by the fall. The investigation has included extensive interviews, forensic analysis, and reviews of security footage, painting a tragic picture of Payne’s final hours【6】【7】.
The case has garnered significant public attention, prompting questions about the singer’s struggles and the actions of those around him in his final days. Payne’s family recently brought his body back to the UK following an emotional outpouring from fans worldwide【6】【7】.
