Liam Payne’s family has been actively involved in efforts to uncover the truth behind his tragic death.
The family’s legal representatives have made notable appearances in Argentine courts, where they enlisted the services of a local law office to defend them in possible legal actions.
According to Page Six, Payne’s family has been authorized to serve as the lead plaintiff in the current investigation into his death. The current investigation has led to the arrest of two hotel staff accused of supplying drugs to the former One Direction star.
A source connected to the family told the agency that they are determined to take full responsibility for their role in Payne’s death.
Liam Payne’s parents, Geoff and Karen Payne, as their son Liam’s coffin arrives for the funeral at St. Mary’s in the town of Amersham, northwest of London.
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This comes after surveillance footage was released as part of the investigation, capturing hotel staff escorting the singer to his room shortly before the tragic incident on October 16. .
According to reports, the “Strip That Down” singer’s behavior was described by witnesses as being drunk and disruptive in the hotel lobby. Surveillance footage shows him resisting efforts to be kept in his room, even trying to get back into the elevator.
Despite his protests, hotel staff allegedly used the master key to secure him in the room.
Argentinian lawyer Nicolás Durrieu, who spoke to Page Six, drew attention to the potential legal consequences hotel workers could face in certain situations. Charges can include abandonment of a person, manslaughter or drug assistance.
If convicted of abandonment, the defendant could face up to 15 years in prison, especially if involved in the victim’s death.
Following the tragedy, fans and those close to Payne were deeply affected.
A moody gathering took place in England last week to bid farewell to the singer. Among those in attendance were his former bandmates Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik and Niall Horan, along with his family and mourning girlfriend, Kate Cassidy.
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