Liam Payne’s family is reportedly pursuing legal action following his tragic death at the CasaSur Palermo hotel in Buenos Aires on October 16, 2024. According to multiple reports, the family’s lawyers appeared in court to formally transfer their interest in criminal proceedings to local legal representatives. This legal move enables the family to actively participate as plaintiffs in the case.
The ongoing investigation revealed unsettling details, including CCTV footage of an intoxicated Payne being escorted back to his room by hotel staff before his fatal fall. Allegedly, staff locked him in the room despite being aware of his fragile mental state and his threats to use the balcony to escape. Prosecutors have charged two hotel employees with providing Payne with drugs, and an acquaintance is under scrutiny for failing to assist him during his final momentsident has also prompted questions about the responsibility of the hotel staff. A legal expert in Buenos Aires has suggested potential charges of “abandonment of a person,” which carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison. The family’s pursuit of justice is a testament to their commitment to holding those involved accountable .
