Argentine justice charged three people for the death of singer Liam Payne

Argentine justice charged three people for the death of singer Liam Payne
  • The subjects are accused of the crimes of abandonment of a person followed by death and supply and facilitation of narcotics | Photo: EFE

An Argentine prosecutor’s office charged three people in the case investigating the death of British singer Liam Paynewho died on October 16 after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires.

“In the framework of the investigation into the death of the British musician Liam James Payne, which occurred on October 16 when he fell from a balcony in a hotel in the Buenos Aires neighborhood of Palermo, illicit conduct was discovered for which three people were charged with the crimes of abandonment of a person followed by death and supply and facilitation of narcotics,” reported the National Criminal and Correctional Prosecutor’s Office of Argentina No. 14 on November 7.

One of the accused is a person who accompanied Payne during his stay in Buenos Aires, another is an employee of the hotel where his death took place and the third was described as “a narcotic supplier.”

The Prosecutor’s Office reported that the indictment of these three people, whose arrest has already been ordered, came after an extensive investigation that included dozens of testimonies, the analysis of more than 800 hours of filming from cameras at the hotel and on public roads, the content from Payne’s cell phone and several witnesses, as well as thanatological and laboratory studies.

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Details about the accused

The first of the accused was described by the institution as “who accompanied the artist on a daily basis” during his stay in Buenos Aires and was charged with the crimes of abandonment of a person followed by death and supply and facilitation of narcotics.

The second is an employee of the Casa Sur hotel, accused of having supplied cocaine to the musician during his stay; while the third would have supplied the musician with narcotics on two occasions.

On the other hand, the Prosecutor’s Office reported that the results of the toxicological studies revealed that in the moments prior to the artist’s death and in the period of at least his last 72 hours, Payne had traces of polyconsumption of alcohol, cocaine, and cocaine in his body. and a prescribed antidepressant.

Argentine justice charged three people for the death of singer Liam Payne

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The reports presented to the Prosecutor’s Office concluded that “all of Payne’s injuries were compatible with those caused by a fall from a height and that self-injury of any kind and also the physical intervention of third parties were ruled out.”

Furthermore, the studies confirmed that the musician did not adopt a position to protect himself in the fall, which is why they consider that he may have fallen into a state of “semi or total unconsciousness.” Likewise, they ruled out the possibility of a conscious or voluntary act, since in the state he was going through, “he did not know what he was doing nor could he understand it.”

“Beyond the strength of evidence that has been achieved so far (visual, registry, medical, scientific, documentary, telephone and testimonial), the investigation must continue, since, among other steps, the unlocking of the netbook is still in progress. The victim’s personal (laptop) – which is damaged – and other devices seized in the investigation,” added the statement from the Prosecutor’s Office.

Repatriation of Liam Payne’s body

The remains of Liam Payne left the Ezeiza International Airport in Buenos Aires on November 6, bound for London, according to information from official sources to the EFE news agency.

The musician’s father, Geoff Payne, arrived in Argentina two days after his son’s death to take the body to his country, something that took about three weeks due, among other things, to the fact that the Prosecutor’s Office had to conclude the toxicological studies. and histopathological studies complementary to the autopsy.

The artist’s remains were embalmed in the British Cemetery in Buenos Aires in order to preserve him and thus be able to hold a funeral in London prior to his burial.

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Records),‌ we must reflect⁣ on the responsibility that comes with this case,” said the Prosecutor’s Office in their statement. ​They emphasized the necessity of a thorough judicial ⁣process to ⁢ensure‍ justice for Liam Payne.

The ‍Prosecutor’s Office has called for the arrests of the three individuals indicted,⁤ which marks a significant ⁣step forward in the ongoing ‍investigation into the circumstances surrounding the musician’s death. Payne, a ‌former member of One Direction, tragically passed away after a fall from the third floor of the Casa Sur hotel in⁣ Buenos Aires. The findings of polyconsumption of various⁤ substances in his system raise serious concerns about the events leading up ⁣to his untimely demise.

As the investigation progresses, the ⁤prosecution is focused on holding those responsible ⁢accountable while providing a clearer understanding of the events that ⁢led to this tragedy. The evidence collected, which ‍includes video footage ​and toxicological results, will⁢ be pivotal ⁤in building ⁢a ​comprehensive ‌case against the accused parties.

The loss of Liam Payne‍ has left many in shock, and fans around⁢ the world are looking for answers as to how ‌such a promising life was cut ⁣short. The legal proceedings will be closely‍ monitored, ensuring that his legacy is honored and that justice is⁣ served.

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