In a devastating turn of events

authorities in Argentina have charged three individuals in connection with the death of Liam Payne, the beloved singer from One Direction. Last month, the 31-year-old star tragically fell from the balcony of his hotel in Buenos Aires, leaving fans around the world reeling from the news.

Details surrounding the incident reveal alarming circumstances.

A distressing 911 call made by a hotel staff member on the day of Payne's death indicated that he was acting erratically and appeared to be under the influence of drugs and alcohol. An autopsy confirmed the fears, showing that the late singer had alcohol, cocaine, and a prescription antidepressant in his system at the time of his passing.

Following the incident

Payne’s body was released to his father, Geoff, and subsequently flown back to England. Geoff has been seen with longtime bodyguard Paul Higgins in the days following his son's passing, both visiting the hotel where this tragic event occurred.

The charges filed against the three individuals include

a suspected drug dealer, a hotel employee who allegedly supplied Payne with cocaine, and a close acquaintance of the singer. The hotel employee is said to have provided cocaine to Payne on at least two occasions, while the suspected drug dealer is believed to have delivered the substance twice just two days prior to his demise. The individual accompanying Payne is notably charged with “abandonment of a person followed by death,” implying negligence in ensuring Payne's safety.

Without disclosing their identities

authorities have stated that those charged are currently prohibited from leaving the country as the investigation unfolds. Prosecutors have indicated that the inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the singer's death is far from over, and they are actively working to retrieve data from Payne’s damaged laptop, which may hold crucial information.

Witnesses reported seeing Payne destroying his laptop

in the hotel lobby shortly before the tragic fall, shedding light on the state of mind he was in during his final hours. The shocking revelations surrounding this case raise numerous questions about the influences in Payne's life and the actions of those closest to him.

As this story continues to develop

fans around the globe mourn the loss of a superstar whose impact on music and culture will never be forgotten. Stay tuned for more updates on this unfolding investigation into the life and untimely death of Liam Payne.