Liam Payne‘s father is stepping forward to assist authorities in Argentina regarding the investigation into his son’s passing.
Geoff Payne arrived in Buenos Aires on Friday, journeying from the UK just two days post his son’s passing, and paying his respects at the memorial for the late One Direction star.
On Tuesday, Argentina’s National Criminal and Correctional Prosecutor’s Office No. 14 announced that Liam’s father met with officials to gain updates on the inquiry … and he reportedly expressed his readiness to share all that he knows regarding his son’s life to assist in the investigation.
The announcement, translated from Spanish, indicates that Geoff conveyed to authorities his intention for them to probe and ascertain the exact circumstances surrounding Liam’s situation … and it mentions that toxicological and histopathological evaluations supplementary to Liam’s autopsy findings are yet to be officially concluded.
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As previously reported … preliminary findings from Liam’s autopsy indicated the presence of a combination of substances referred to as “pink cocaine” in his system at the time of his death. Tragically, Liam fell fatally from the third-floor balcony of his hotel room at CasaSur Palermo on Wednesday, October 16.
Officials in Argentina have informed Geoff that his son’s remains must stay in the nation until all necessary reports are completed before being returned to the family.
In the meantime, officials report that their inquiry encompasses examining mobile and computer data, alongside security footage, which requires additional time for thorough examination.
Authorities have indicated they are continuing to question witnesses … including hotel staff, friends, technical experts, medical personnel, and others connected to Liam via their professions … all to piece together the timeline of Liam’s last moments.
While Geoff is present in Buenos Aires, officials state he is being assigned a police escort during his stay … characterizing Liam’s father as experiencing a “state of rational shock.”
The Argentinian authorities also mentioned they are keeping the UK government informed as Liam held British citizenship … with British representatives offering their assistance in the investigation.