Liam Payne's Final Days: Waiter Reveals Drug Encounters Before Tragic Events
An Argentinian waiter, Braian Nahuel Paiz, linked to Liam Payne's death, admitted to taking drugs with the singer but denied supplying them. He shared details of two meetings at hotels before Payne's fatal plunge, stating Payne was already under the influence during their first encounter. Three suspects, including Paiz, are under investigation for drug-related allegations and potential abandonment. Authorities confirmed there is no evidence of suicide.
In the ongoing investigation into Liam Payne's untimely death, one of the suspects, Braian Nahuel Paiz, has publicly asserted his innocence, claiming he did not provide drugs to the singer. The 24-year-old Argentinian waiter has detailed his interactions with Payne, shedding light on their encounters leading up to the tragic incident on October 16.
Paiz Describes Meetings with Liam Payne
Braian Nahuel Paiz shared his account of two notable hotel meetings with Liam Payne, emphasizing that he never supplied the singer with drugs. During a televised interview, Paiz recounted their initial encounter at a restaurant in Puerto Madero, where he claimed they exchanged contact details. Following this, he confirmed a follow-up meeting at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires, highlighting the normalcy of the situation despite the circumstances that followed.
Details of the Night Before the Incident
The second meeting, which occurred on October 13, is said to have involved drug use, although Paiz insisted he did not offer drugs to Liam. He described a night where they consumed whisky and engaged in intimate conversation, adding that he observed the singer's behavior, noting that he seemed normal and not aggressive. Paiz expressed shock at the events that transpired afterward, revealing that Liam appeared frightened as he left their meeting.
Response to Ongoing Investigation
Paiz acknowledged the ongoing criminal investigation into Liam's death but claimed to have not been interviewed by authorities despite the searches carried out at his former residence. He stated that he had retained all communications with the singer, which included messages where Liam allegedly offered him money. The Argentinian police are currently searching for missing items associated with Payne, including a Rolex watch.
Statements from Liam's Close Friends
Meanwhile, Rogelio 'Roger' Nores, another individual implicated in the investigation, has also spoken out, declaring his innocence. He emphasized his deep friendship with Liam and his insistence that he did not abandon the singer before his passing. Nores detailed his efforts to provide support during the fateful day and expressed his heartbreak over the loss of his friend.
Investigation Developments Regarding Other Suspects
Authorities have formally identified two other suspects, a hotel worker named Ezequiel David Pereyra and another individual linked to drug supply allegations. Probes indicate that Payne ingested a combination of alcohol, cocaine, and an antidepressant prior to his death, leading prosecutors to rule out suicide. They affirmed that the musician was in a state of semi or total unconsciousness when he fell, urging a closer examination of the circumstances surrounding his death.
Funeral Arrangements for Liam Payne
Following the incident, Liam's father, Geoff Payne, traveled to Argentina to retrieve his son's body and is currently arranging for a funeral in Wolverhampton. As fans continue to pay their respects outside the singer’s former hotel, the investigation into the events leading up to his tragic demise remains a poignant topic within the media and the public.
