In a heartbreaking development, sources close to the investigation have confirmed that Liam Payne’s body will soon be released to his family. According to reports from police officials, the prosecutor’s office in Argentina has granted permission for his remains to be handed over to his father, Geoff Payne. Since October 18, Geoff has been in Buenos Aires, working diligently to arrange for his son’s repatriation to England for burial.
Liam Payne, the former One Direction star, tragically passed away on October 16 after a fall from the third-floor balcony of his hotel room at CasaSur in Palermo, Buenos Aires. Emergency services responded to the scene after reports of a man behaving erratically, possibly under the influence. Upon their arrival, they found Payne unresponsive in the hotel’s courtyard, where he was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.
The investigation into his death has revealed troubling details. A preliminary autopsy indicated that Liam suffered from multiple traumas and significant internal and external bleeding, with 25 distinct injuries noted as a result of the fall. The autopsy further disclosed the presence of various substances in his system at the time of his death.
As part of the ongoing investigation, police have been examining CCTV footage from the hotel. Reports suggest that this footage shows instances of drug exchanges between a dealer and a hotel employee shortly before Payne’s fatal incident. Authorities are probing whether the hotel staff member supplied drugs to the singer, leading to a raid of the hotel on October 23.
Additional information has emerged indicating the presence of two female escorts in the hotel during the hours leading up to Payne’s tragic fall. Investigators have stated that they do not believe his death was a suicide or an intentional act. As the inquiry continues, it remains a difficult time for Liam’s family and fans as they navigate the aftermath of this profound loss.
For further insights into Liam Payne’s life and the circumstances surrounding his untimely passing, a special report titled “Price of Fame: The Liam Payne Story” will air on ABC and will be available for streaming on Hulu starting
November 4.
