Liam Payne’s Cause of Death Confirmed as Polytrauma
Singer Liam Payne’s cause of death has been officially confirmed as “polytrauma” during an inquest held in the UK.
The One Direction star passed away on October 16 after falling from a third-floor balcony at a hotel in Buenos Aires. Polytrauma refers to multiple traumatic injuries affecting various parts of the body and organ systems.
The inquest, which opened at Buckinghamshire Coroner’s Court on December 17, revealed that it may take considerable time to fully determine the circumstances surrounding Payne’s death. A pre-inquest review is scheduled for November 6, following the adjournment of the current proceedings.
Dr. Roberto Victor Cohen confirmed Payne’s medical cause of death as “polytrauma.” The hearing also noted that Payne was formally identified with assistance from funeral directors in Buckinghamshire.
During the proceedings, Senior Coroner Crispin Butler stated:
“Although investigations in Argentina regarding Liam’s death continue, I have no legal jurisdiction over them. Obtaining the necessary information, especially concerning the circumstances leading to Liam’s death, may take some time through formal channels involving the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.”
In Argentina, five individuals have been charged in connection with the 31-year-old’s death. Hotel manager Gilda Martin, receptionist Esteban Grassi, and Payne’s friend Roger Nores face manslaughter charges. Two other individuals, hotel employee Ezequiel Pereyra and waiter Braian Paiz, have been charged with supplying drugs.
Investigation Details:
In November, Argentinian prosecutors disclosed that toxicology reports found traces of alcohol, cocaine, and a prescription antidepressant in Payne’s system.
A post-mortem examination concluded that the singer died from “multiple trauma” and “internal and external hemorrhage” resulting from the fall. Medical assessments indicated that Payne may have been in a semi-conscious or unconscious state at the time, ruling out the possibility of a deliberate or voluntary act. Prosecutors concluded that Payne was unaware of his actions during the incident.
Liam Payne rose to global fame as a member of One Direction after appearing on The X Factor. The band achieved massive success in the 2010s before going on indefinite hiatus in January 2016.
Payne’s funeral took place in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, in November. His former bandmates Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, Niall Horan, and Zayn Malik attended the service, along with Payne’s girlfriend Kate Cassidy and his former partner Cheryl, the mother of his son.
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