Five People Charged in Argentina Over One Direction Star Liam Payne's Death
Five people have been charged in Argentina following the death of singer Liam Payne, who fell from his third-floor hotel balcony in Buenos Aires on October 16 while under the influence of drugs.
Liam Payne performing with microphone
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The charged individuals and their alleged roles:
Drug Supply Charges (4-15 years if convicted):
- Ezequiel Pereyra: Allegedly sold 'pink cocaine' to Payne on October 15-16
- Braian Paiz: Allegedly sold cocaine to Payne twice on October 14
Manslaughter Charges (1-5 years if convicted):
- Roger Nores (Payne's friend): Failed to provide necessary care and assistance
- Gilda Martin (Hotel Manager): Failed to prevent Payne from being taken to his dangerous hotel room
- Esteban Grassi (Receptionist): Allowed Payne to be 'dragged' to his room instead of seeking medical help
Judge Laura Bruniard noted that while Nores, Martin, and Grassi didn't intend Payne's death, their actions contributed to the risk. The two drug suppliers have been taken into custody.
The substance known as 'pink cocaine' or 'tusi' in Argentina can contain a mixture of ketamine, MDMA, methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl, and xylazine.
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