Pop Star Liam Payne’s Body Released for Repatriation to UK

The remains of pop star Liam Payne were transferred to his family on Wednesday for transport back to the United Kingdom, as confirmed by the public prosecutor overseeing his case to the BBC. The singer’s death occurred three weeks prior, following a fall from a third-floor balcony at a hotel situated in Buenos Aires, Argentina. An autopsy verified that the 31-year-old sustained internal and external hemorrhaging along with numerous traumatic injuries resulting from the fall. His body had remained in Argentina while local officials conducted additional toxicology and laboratory examinations. Public prosecutor Andrés Madrea informed the BBC that the body was released to his family on Wednesday. Payne gained prominence as a highly recognizable figure in pop music, having achieved fame with the boyband One Direction during the 2010s. He contributed as a co-writer to numerous successful songs for the group and also found individual success with singles such as Strip That Down and Bedroom Floor. During the week preceding his passing, it came to light that the singer was involved in legal proceedings initiated by his former fiancée, Maya Henry. She had issued a cease and desist order concerning what she characterized as “obsessive” contact. Kate Cassidy, Payne’s girlfriend at the time of his demise, stated that they had intended to marry. His family expressed being “heartbroken” by his death, further stating: “Liam will forever live in our hearts and we’ll remember him for his kind, funny and brave soul.” In October, certain media outlets published information regarding preliminary toxicology tests. The Associated Press (AP) news agency indicated these tests suggested signs of cocaine exposure, citing an unnamed official. However, the official emphasized that these initial findings do not provide a precise indication of the drug’s concentration in his bloodstream at the time of his death. The Public Prosecutor’s Office in Argentina continues its inquiry into the circumstances surrounding his death. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.