The ongoing investigation into the death of former One Direction singer Liam Payne has brought forward new testimonies from individuals who interacted with the artist during his final hours in Buenos Aires. Prosecutors and law enforcement officials examining the events leading up to the October 2024 incident have gathered statements detailing erratic behavior and distressing encounters at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel.
As the judicial inquiry continues, media reports and court disclosures have shed light on the chaotic sequence of events inside Payne’s hotel suite. Among these disclosures are accounts from two women who identified themselves as sex workers invited to the hotel hours before the tragedy occurred.
Testimonies From the Final Hours at CasaSur Palermo Hotel
Investigators documented accounts from two women who spent time with Payne in his hotel room on the afternoon of his death.
The witnesses stated that Payne’s behavior shifted rapidly during their time together. Court documents and investigative summaries indicate that the musician became agitated, leading to a dispute over money before the women eventually left the premises prior to the incident. Authorities have interviewed multiple hotel staff members, guests, and acquaintances as part of the comprehensive probe into the timeline of October 16.
Investigators have focused on establishing how substances were brought to the hotel and whether individuals with duty of care neglected to intervene as the singer experienced acute distress.
Judicial Proceedings and Next Steps in Argentina
The independent inquiry aims to determine accountability among those who were in contact with Payne during his final days.
According to judicial updates from Argentine authorities, the investigation remains active as defense teams and prosecutors review evidence.
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