Trigger warning: This article mentions drugs and death
Liam Payne’s former psychiatrist reportedly advised him to seek a higher level of care just months before his tragic death. According to a letter filed in Argentine court and reported by TMZ on December 30, Payne’s psychiatrist informed her in a note that she was withdrawing her services after careful consideration, because she believed That the One Direction star needs more specialized care.
The psychiatrist urged the musician to continue regular therapy sessions to deal with his depression and trauma, see a primary care physician, and take prescribed medications while avoiding heavy drinking. She reportedly included a list of doctors and rehabilitation facilities in her letter to Payne.
“Thank you for your understanding, and I wish you all the best in your continued journey toward mental health and wellness,” the psychiatrist said in his note, TMZ reports.
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Payne was found dead on October 16 after falling from the third floor of his hotel room at the Casasur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires. Initial autopsy reports attributed his death to multiple injuries, including bleeding in his chest, skull and abdomen. While suicide was considered in the initial hours after his death, the initial police assessment concluded that Payne had fallen from the balcony of his hotel room while intoxicated.
On December 29, a local Argentinian news outlet reported that five individuals were charged in connection with Payne’s death at the age of 31. Also facing murder charges are the singer’s friend, Roger Norreys; Esteban Gracie, a hotel staff member; and Gilda Martin, the hotel’s head of security.
According to the report, Brian Paez, a waiter, and Casasur employee Ezequiel Pereyra were accused of allegedly supplying drugs to Payne shortly before his fall. All five accused were summoned to appear in the court.
Norreys, who was with Payne shortly before his death, had previously addressed the allegations against him.
Speaking to the Daily Mail in November, he said he never gave up on the singer. He shared that when he dropped Payne off in the hotel lobby, there were more than 15 people talking and joking with him. “I could never have imagined that something like this would happen. I am truly heartbroken by this tragedy and miss my friend every day,” he lamented.
Earlier this month, Norreys reportedly filed a complaint against the hotel, accusing it of failing to protect Payne during her stay at Casasur.
If you know someone who is struggling with alcohol or substance abuse, please contact the authorities and report it. There are many helplines available for this.
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