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3 suspects charged in Liam Payne’s death, including hotel employee and alleged dealer

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As a film enthusiast who has seen countless crime dramas unfold on the silver screen, I must say that this real-life investigation into Liam Payne’s death has all the makings of a gripping thriller. The revelations about illicit conduct and narcotics supply certainly add an intriguing layer to the story. It’s reminiscent of those moments in movies where the plot thickens, and you find yourself on the edge of your seat, eagerly awaiting each new piece of information.

Three individuals are now facing charges as they’re being investigated for their suspected role in the unexpected passing of One Direction band member Liam Payne, which occurred a month ago.

Argentina’s National Criminal and Correctional Prosecutor’s Office declared on Thursday that it has uncovered proof of illegal activities by three individuals, including an employee at the hotel where Payne tragically fell to his death. The charges against these unnamed suspects, filed last Friday, include negligent homicide (abandonment resulting in death) and drug-related offenses such as trafficking and facilitation of narcotics. An 180-page indictment was handed over to Judge Laura Graciela Bruniard for further action.

Former “X Factor” contestant and solo artist Payne, known for his work with One Direction following their time together, tragically passed away on October 16. The incident occurred after he fell from a balcony on the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires. He was just 31 years old.

The day following the singer’s demise, Argentine authorities reported finding possible drug substances in the singer’s room, along with signs suggesting both alcohol and narcotic usage.

During their investigations on Thursday, officials conducted nine searches, listened to accounts from numerous individuals such as hotel employees, Payne’s relatives, friends, medical professionals, and experts. The authorities also examined over 800 hours of video footage captured both inside and outside the hotel, scrutinized data from Payne’s phone (including calls, messages, and social media posts), and analyzed the guest list and the singer’s orders for food and drinks at the hotel bar and restaurant to determine his eating and drinking patterns.

Investigators from the Cybercrime division additionally retrieved data from the mobile phones of hotel staff and volunteer bystanders to support their testimonies.

In my role as a movie critic, I find myself drawn to the unfolding drama in Buenos Aires, where I was allegedly a constant companion to the late star during his final days. Two weeks after our arrival in Argentina for Niall Horan’s Oct. 2 concert, Payne met an untimely end. The authorities have charged me with neglect leading to death and trafficking narcotics, according to their official statement. Meanwhile, the remaining two individuals I was traveling with are accused of drug trafficking. This cinematic tale is far from over, as we await the verdict in this real-life drama.

One individual, a hotel worker, is being charged for reportedly giving Payne cocaine while he was a guest. Another person under suspicion is a drug dealer who has previously been implicated in unrelated narcotics cases, as stated on Thursday.

The investigation into Payne’s death is ongoing and the prosecution said it was considering ruling out the possibility of suicide, because “in the state [Payne] was going through, he did not know what he was doing nor could he understand it.”

Last month, authorities concluded that Payne’s death in October was due to severe injuries from a fall, including both internal and external bleeding. It was stated that he did not instinctively assume a protective posture during the incident, suggesting he might have fallen while in a semi-conscious or completely unconscious state.

In the hours leading up to his passing, evidence showed that Payne had alcohol, cocaine, and a prescribed antidepressant in his system, according to a statement released on Thursday. It was also confirmed that Payne’s body was handed over to his father, Geoff Payne, by prosecutors.

It’s said that Payne’s remains are expected to be transported back to his hometown, London – a place where fans of One Direction had come together recently to honor the singer’s life and music.

Last week, it was planned to posthumously release Payne’s song “Do No Wrong,” but the release was delayed following pushback from fans.

Last week, Sam Pounds, Payne’s collaborator, expressed in a now-removed tweet that he would be adopting the principle of ‘Do No Wrong’, and would leave it up to all family members to exercise their own freedoms. He also mentioned that any earnings would go directly to a charity chosen by them or used as they prefer.

Let’s continue honoring the memory of Liam, giving his family privacy for their grief and reflection. In time, we shall join them again.

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2024-11-08 03:01

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