At the age of 31, former `One Direction` member Liam Payne has passed away

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On the eve of October 16, Buenos Aires police confirmed the death of 31-year-old Liam Payne, former lead singer of the popular band One Direction. The musician fell from the balcony of his third-floor room at the CasaSur Palermo hotel in Buenos Aires.

Law enforcement arrived at the scene following a report about an unruly guest, reportedly under the influence of alcohol or drugs. According to the hotel manager, he heard loud noises from the courtyard and discovered Payne's body, reports Reuters.
Liam Payne
Liam Payne
In an audio recording provided by the Ministry of Security, a hotel staff member can be heard asking the police for help, describing the guest's aggressive behavior and the danger associated with the room's balcony.

The circumstances of the tragedy are currently being investigated, but some suggest the possibility of suicide. Notably, a hotel employee heard Liam apologizing to a girl for his chaotic life.
One Direction
One Direction
Zoomboola.com reminds us that after the breakup of One Direction in 2016, Payne, like other members of the group (Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, Niall Horan), began a solo career. Despite his successes, he openly spoke about his struggles with psychological issues and alcohol dependency.