Liam Payne death investigation saw nine police raids before three suspects were charged

Liam Payne, the One Direction star, did not commit suicide , according to Argentine prosecutors as have now charged three individuals in connection with his death after nine raids. The public prosecutor's office announced that three people are facing charges of "abandonment of a person followed by death" and supplying and facilitating narcotics related to Liam's tragic demise . The beloved singer, only 31 years old, tragically fell from a third-floor balcony at the upscale CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires on October 16.

Ahead of the charges, nine raids were conducted including Patagones Polo Club where Liam stayed before checking into the hotel where he died and three residential homes in Lomas de Zamora, Tigre and La Matanza as well as Liam's friend's place. Liam Payne death investigation: 'Two hotel workers and friend of late star detained' Investigation into Liam Payne's death sees 'homes of a friend and two hotel employees' raided' Liam Payne's return flight becomes most tracked plane in the world as heartbroken fans look on Liam Payne funeral details: Date set as One Direction star's body returns to the UK A comprehensive statement released on Thursday suggests investigators have effectively ruled out suicide, stating that the late star "was not fully conscious or was experiencing a state of noticeable decrease or loss of consciousness at the time of the fall. Liam's heartbroken father Geoff Payne was informed in person of the proceedings and investigations prior to the three arrests being made.



Geoff flew over to Argentina upon hearing the tragic news of his son's death last month and remained there until Liam's body was cleared to be flown back the U.K on Wednesday. Argentinian prosecutors probing his death confirmed the arrests of three suspects who are now under formal investigation.

They said the crimes were punishable by a prison sentence of up to 15 years on conviction. They also confirmed one of the suspects included a hotel worker.In only their third statement since Liam's death, the public prosecutors revealed only alcohol, cocaine and an anti-depressant were found in the star's system.

The long statement, which appeared to also confirm Liam's dad Geoff was told of the proceedings in person, began: " Geoff Payne, Liam's devastated father, was personally informed about the proceedings and investigations before the arrests were made. Upon hearing the heartbreaking news of his son's death last month, Geoff flew to Argentina and stayed until Liam's body was cleared to be flown back to the U. K on Wednesday.

Argentine prosecutors investigating his death confirmed the arrests of three suspects who are now under formal investigation. They stated that the crimes could result in a prison sentence of up to 15 years upon conviction. They also confirmed that one of the suspects is a hotel employee.

In a rare update since the tragedy, the public prosecutors disclosed that only alcohol, cocaine, and an antidepressant were found in Liam's system at the time of his death. The detailed statement also seemed to confirm that Liam's father, Geoff, was informed about the legal proceedings in person. It stated: "The National Prosecutor's Office for Criminal and Correctional Matters N°14, led by prosecutor Andrés Esteban Madrea, informs, following the lifting of the secrecy of summary proceedings, that within the framework of the investigation into the death of British musician Liam James Payne, which occurred on 16 October when he fell from a balcony in a hotel in the Buenos Aires neighbourhood of Palermo, unlawful conduct was discovered, as a result of which three people were charged with the crimes of abandonment of a person followed by death, supply and facilitation of narcotics.

" "From the beginning of the investigation and within a few days, exhaustive and meticulous actions and measures were carried out to clarify the circumstances surrounding the death of the artist. In this sense, several dozen statements were received at the headquarters of the Public Prosecutor's Office including the testimonies of hotel staff, family and friends and medical professionals." "A detailed analysis of more than 800 hours of video footage from various security cameras in the hotel and others in the street was also carried out, with staff from the prosecutor's office and specialised analysts from the Superintendence of Special Investigations and the Technological Support Division of the City Police, made available from the outset by the Deputy Chief of the City Police, Jorge Guillermo Azzolina.

" Respected Argentinian newspaper Clarin reported that a friend seen with him shortly before he died in his hotel lobby, is reportedly being investigated for "abandoning" the 31 year old. It was not immediately clear last night if the trio said to have been placed under investigation but not yet charged, have been formally questioned as suspects. The plot thickens as nine raids on properties are reported to have occurred.

According to outlet La Nacion, sources close to the investigation say eight of the nine homes raided are linked to the three individuals under scrutiny. Reports indicate one man has been slapped with an abandonment charge, amid disclosures that investigators attempted to reach him using mobile phone numbers provided by the hotel management on the day Liam passed away, however, their attempts were fruitless as he failed to respond. Police initially focused on hotel employees in their search for the presumed "drug dealer" connected to the singer's untimely decline, amid unverified chatter that a Dove soap packet—caught in leaked snaps—might have been used to sneak narcotics into his suite.

Following Liam's tragic fall on October 16, officials have indicated that a drug-triggered 'psychotic episode' may have played a role in the calamity, noting an absence of 'third-party' involvement. Nearly three weeks post-incident in Argentina, Liam's father Geoff has returned to the UK with his beloved son in tow, as they gear up for the impending funeral rites. Geoff came back to British soil on Thursday morning, escorting Liam's remains home after an agonizing wait in Argentina to repatriate his son, confirmed by the local prosecutor Andrés Madrea.

Fans around the globe tracked the flight home, elevating it to the status of the world's most monitored aircraft. Rumor has it, a memorial service might be convened in Liam's native Wolverhampton soon, offering kin, acquaintances, and legions of supporters a chance to bid adieu. Whether Liam's former One Direction comrades will be present remains a mystery.

An insider revealed to MailOnline, "Liam will have a very big send-off, quite probably at a large cathedral somewhere close to his heart. Liam was so loved by so many people, there will obviously be enormous demand and so the service will necessarily be a huge affair." Amid the unfolding details of his momentous funeral, netizens have beseeched the public to respect the family's solitude and allow them their privacy in mourning.

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