Liam Payne has died aged 31 (Image: PA)

Liam Payne autopsy preliminary findings show cause of death after hotel plunge

Liam Payne sadly died after plummeting from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires in Argentina yesterday evening.

by · Daily Record

Liam Payne died as a result of "multiple traumas" that produced "internal and external bleeding", according to preliminary postmortem results,

The One Direction singer sadly died yesterday evening after falling from the third storey of a hotel room in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Moments before his death, hotel workers called 911 and indicated their concern for his well-being, reports the Mirror.

The Forensic Medical Corps performed an autopsy at the Judicial Morgue on Viamonte Street, and Infobae received preliminary results. The first results were consistent with a ten-metre fall from his room's balcony on the third story of the Casa Sur hotel on Godoy Cruz Street.

Liam was very vocal about his mental health battles (Image: Getty)

According to the report, a toxicological and anatomical-pathological examination of his blood and urine was being conducted to identify the presence of any drug residues. Furthermore, the musician's medical history may be sought to investigate his mental health history.

Prosecutor No. 16, Andrés Madrea, is leading the probe, while Deputy Secretary María Florencia Lavaggi is taking testimony. The full autopsy results will be released in due course.

The Mobile Criminalistics Unit of the City Police of Buenos Aires collected forensic evidence in the room of the Casa Sur Hotel. Police discovered a bottle of whisky, a lighter and a phone believed to be Liam's, which will be inspected for messages. Fingerprints were detected on every object.

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They verified the presence of white powder in the room, as well as medications such as clonazepam and energy pills. A notepad and the musician's passport were seized and turned over to Prosecutor No. 16.

Liam's heartbroken family have since released a statement after the tragic news. They said: "We are heartbroken. Liam will forever live in our hearts and we’ll remember him for his kind, funny and brave soul. We are supporting each other the best we can as a family and ask for privacy and space at this awful time."

If you're struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@samaritans.org or visit their site to find your local branch

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