The tragic death of Liam Payne continues to make headlines in Argentina as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances of his death. In a recent update, the number of suspects has risen to five, including two employees of the CasaSur Palermo hotel where the incident occurred.
One of the new suspects is the hotel’s head receptionist, who called emergency services minutes before Liam fell from the third-floor balcony. This employee also appears in a controversial photograph alongside two other men carrying Liam back to his room shortly before the tragedy.
The second suspect identified is the hotel’s head of security. Both have been officially notified by Judge Laura Bruniard to appoint defense attorneys and appear under oath. These initial statements, scheduled for next week from December 17 to 19, will be key to determining whether there is enough evidence to bring charges.
According to local reports, authorities are considering filing manslaughter charges against the employees involved in transporting Liam into the hotel. They are also suspected of facilitating the supply of drugs to the singer.
Forensic tests have so far confirmed that Liam had high levels of alcohol and cocaine in his system at the time of his death, along with traces of an antidepressant. However, authorities have ruled out the possibility of suicide, stating that the singer was in a state of “partial or complete unconsciousness” when he fell from the balcony.
Among the suspects is also a supposed close friend of Liam, accused of being his drug supplier. In a recent interview, this individual denied having sold drugs to the singer, stating that they only shared marijuana and cocaine during their stay at the hotel. Another man, described as an alleged manager of Liam, has also been identified as a suspect. The latter denied having abandoned the singer and said that he had left the hotel approximately 40 minutes before the tragedy.
Judge Bruniard’s initial decision to step aside from the case had sparked criticism, but was reversed by a successful appeal led by prosecutor Andrés Madrea. This ruling has reactivated the investigation, raising expectations of significant progress in the coming weeks.
Two women who were with Liam before his death have been identified as key witnesses. Although they are not facing charges, they have hired lawyers to protect their interests.
Liam Payne’s death has touched millions of fans around the world. Flown back to the UK by his father, the singer’s funeral took place on 20 November in a private ceremony. Among those in attendance were his former One Direction bandmates Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, Niall Horan and Zayn Malik, as well as notable figures such as Simon Cowell and James Corden.
The investigation into the death of Liam Payne is far from over. With five suspects under investigation and new details emerging, the case has become a complex example of the legal and ethical challenges surrounding high-profile tragedies.
As prosecutors prepare to question suspects and present evidence, the world is still waiting for answers about what really happened that fateful night in Buenos Aires.
Liam Payne’s family and fans hope that justice prevails and that his legacy as an artist is remembered with respect and admiration.
