Hotel Worker Suspected of Supplying Drugs to Liam Payne Before Fatal Fall
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Authorities in Buenos Aires are intensifying their investigation into the tragic death of former One Direction member Liam Payne, who passed away after falling from the third-story balcony of the CasaSur Palermo hotel. A hotel employee is now suspected of potentially supplying the singer with drugs, raising serious questions about whether this individual played a role in the chain of events leading to Payne’s fatal accident.
The investigation took a significant turn after police discovered anti-anxiety medication in Payne’s hotel room, with officials suspecting that the drugs may have come from a hotel employee. According to reports from TMZ, the focus is now on determining whether this employee was responsible for providing Liam Payne with the substances found in his system, which included a dangerous mix of crack cocaine, ketamine, ecstasy, and a particularly potent form of crystal meth known as “cristal.”
Liam Payne autopsy REVEALED. 😳‼️
— DramaAlert (@DramaAlert) October 21, 2024
It shows he had several drugs in his system, including c*caine, pink c*caine (a mix of m*th, k*tamine, and MD*A), b*nzodiazepines, and cr*ck, according to ABC. pic.twitter.com/LMmb8N1sIQ
An autopsy of the 31-year-old singer confirmed that he had consumed a cocktail of drugs before his fatal fall, with one of the main concerns being the presence of “pink cocaine,” a dangerous mix of methamphetamine, MDMA, and ketamine. Authorities are now examining whether these drugs contributed to Payne’s apparent distress and fatal plunge. One police official speculated that the drug combination likely caused hallucinations and contributed to what may have been a suicide, though the exact circumstances remain under investigation.
Liam Payne, who had been staying at the upscale CasaSur Palermo hotel, was reportedly acting erratically before his death. According to initial police reports, the hotel manager had called emergency services, stating that a guest was acting aggressively and appeared to be under the influence of drugs and alcohol. When officers arrived at the scene, they found Payne had suffered severe internal and external injuries consistent with a fall from the third-floor balcony.
Argentinian State Police tells ABC News that a hotel employee suspected of providing Liam Payne with drugs on the day he died has been interviewed by officials, but no arrest or charges have been made yet. pic.twitter.com/yUqb0HSuqt
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Investigators have since uncovered further evidence pointing to a substance-induced breakdown. Photos from Payne’s hotel room published by local media showed what appeared to be narcotics scattered across tables, broken furniture, and a smashed television. Additionally, officers found a blister pack of clonazepam, a prescription medication used to treat anxiety and seizures, along with various over-the-counter drugs.
Adding to the mystery, two women were reported to have visited Payne’s room in the hours leading up to his death, and their statements are being taken by authorities. The public prosecutor’s office is continuing to investigate whether anyone else was involved in supplying the dangerous drugs that Payne consumed that night. So far, no arrests have been made, though the hotel employee suspected of providing Payne with drugs has come under increased scrutiny.
As fans around the world mourn Payne’s untimely death, many are left wondering how the singer’s battle with substance abuse escalated so dramatically. Payne’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, who had left Argentina just days before his death, released a heartfelt statement, asking for privacy during this difficult time. “Liam, my angel. You are everything,” she wrote. “I will continue to love you for the rest of my life. I love you, Liam.”
Meanwhile, Payne’s father, Geoff Payne, remains in Buenos Aires to assist with the investigation and make arrangements for his son’s body to be repatriated to England. Hundreds of One Direction fans gathered in the UK over the weekend to pay tribute to the late singer, expressing their grief and celebrating his legacy.
As the investigation continues, the music world watches closely for more details about the events that led to the loss of one of pop’s brightest stars. The final toxicology results are expected in the coming weeks, and authorities hope that they will provide further clarity on the tragic circumstances surrounding Liam Payne’s death.
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