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Liam Payne Death: Three Charged
Three people face charges related to the death of former One Direction singer Liam Payne, who fell from a Buenos Aires hotel balcony. Toxicology reports and the investigation's findings are detailed.
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- What was the official cause of Liam Payne's death?
- Payne's death was ruled accidental; the fall from the third-floor balcony resulted in fatal injuries. His injuries were consistent with a fall from that height, and self-harm or interference was ruled out.
- What charges were filed in relation to the death of Liam Payne?
- Three individuals have been charged in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former One Direction member, who died after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires. Charges include abandonment of a person followed by death and drug supply.
- What investigative measures were undertaken by the authorities?
- The investigation included examining over 800 hours of security footage, analyzing Payne's cellphone, and interviewing numerous witnesses, including hotel staff, family, friends, and medical professionals.
- What substances were found in Liam Payne's system before his death?
- Toxicology reports revealed the presence of alcohol, cocaine, and a prescription antidepressant in Payne's system in the 72 hours before his death. The cause of death was determined to be "multiple trauma" from the fall.
- Who are the three individuals charged in connection with Payne's death and what are their alleged roles?
- One of those charged was with Payne daily in Buenos Aires and is accused of abandoning him after his death; a hotel employee is charged with supplying cocaine twice, and another individual is accused of supplying drugs twice on October 14th.