Liam Payne's Death Spurs Family's Legal Pursuit for Accountability

The family of Liam Payne has actively joined the efforts to uncover the truth behind his tragic death.

Legal representatives for the family made a notable appearance in an Argentine court, where they enlisted the services of a local law office to advocate on their behalf in potential legal actions.

According to Page Six, Payne's family has been authorized to serve as the leading plaintiffs in the current inquiry into his death. The current investigation has led to the arrest of two hotel employees who are accused of providing drugs to the former One Direction star.

A source connected to the family disclosed to the outlet that they are determined to hold all accountable for their role in Payne's demise.

This comes after a surveillance footage was released as part of the investigation, capturing hotel staff escorting the singer to his room shortly before the tragic incident on October 16.

According to reports, the "Strip That Down" singer's behavior was described as visibly intoxicated and disruptive by witnesses in the hotel lobby. Surveillance footage captured him resisting attempts to be contained in his room, with him even trying to make his way back to the elevator.

Despite his objections, hotel staff reportedly resorted to using a master key to secure him inside his room.

Argentine attorney Nicolás Durrieu, who spoke with Page Six, brought attention to the potential legal repercussions that hotel employees may encounter in certain situations. Charges may include abandonment of a person, manslaughter, or drug facilitation.

If convicted of abandonment, the accused may face up to 15 years behind bars, especially if a victim's death is involved.

In the wake of the tragedy, fans and those close to Payne have been deeply affected.

A somber gathering took place in the UK last week to bid farewell to the singer. Among the attendees were his former bandmates Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik, and Niall Horan, alongside his mourning family and girlfriend, Kate Cassidy.

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