The world was shocked by the news of Liam Payne’s tragic passing. The former One Direction member, known for his powerful vocals and charming personality, died at the age of 31 after falling from the third-floor balcony of his hotel room in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
According to reports by American celebrity news website TMZ, citing police sources, Payne was found to have been using a powerful hallucinogenic drug known as ‘Cristal.’ This drug, known for its extreme highs and lows, often results in erratic and aggressive behavior. It’s believed that Payne may have been experiencing hallucinations due to the substance before his fatal fall.
The incident unfolded on Wednesday afternoon. Hotel staff, alerted to the commotion in Payne’s room, called emergency services. The hotel manager described Payne as being “overwhelmed with drugs and alcohol,” noting that he was “destroying the entire room” and had been “smashing” the TV. The manager also mentioned the room had a balcony, adding to the grim foreshadowing.
Evidence found at the scene further corroborated the reports of Payne’s substance abuse. Authorities discovered drug paraphernalia and alcoholic beverages in the room, along with signs of destruction and furniture that had been damaged.
An autopsy confirmed that Payne’s death was a result of polytrauma, internal and external bleeding caused by the fall. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death is ongoing. While authorities are considering the fall as a “doubtful death” due to standard procedure, it appears that Payne was alone when the incident occurred.
This devastating news has left fans and the music industry mourning the loss of a talented artist at such a young age. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of drug use and the devastating consequences it can have on individuals and those around them.