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Arrest Made in Liam Payne Drug Case

A man has been arrested in connection with the drug supply to singer Liam Payne before his tragic death in Buenos Aires.

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Updated: Jan 3rd, 2025, 8:26 PM ET

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Braian Paiz, accused of supplying drugs to One Direction's Liam Payne before his death, has been arrested in Argentina. Investigators have charged five individuals regarding the circumstances surrounding Payne’s fatal fall. While toxicology reports found traces of alcohol and cocaine in Payne’s system, prosecutors ruled out suicide. Paiz faces severe charges alongside hotel employees who allegedly failed to ensure Payne's safety. The case highlights the tragic consequences of drug use and negligence.

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