Liam Payne’s One Direction bandmates Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, Niall Horan and Zayn Malik have released a joint statement regarding Liam’s untimely death at the age of 31.
The statement comes less than 24 hours after news of Payne’s tragic death after falling from the third-floor balcony of the Casasur Hotel in Buenos Aires.
Payne’s surviving bandmates Styles, Tomlinson, Horan and Malik took to One Direction’s official Instagram account to share the statement. “We are completely devastated by the news of Liam’s passing,” the statement said.
“With time, and when everyone is able, there will be more to say. But for now, we will take some time to grieve and grieve the loss of our brother, whom we loved so much.” ”
The members also noted that they will “forever” cherish the memories they shared with Payne. He also sent his thoughts to the singer’s family, friends and fans “who loved him as well as we did.”
The statement concluded, “We will miss him terribly. We love you Liam. Louis, Zayn, Niall and Harry.” Elsewhere, Louis Tomlinson broke his silence on the passing of Liam Payne and released a personal statement remembering his former bandmate.
Hours after Liam Payne’s tragic demise, his family also mourned the loss of the beloved singer. They added, “Our hearts are broken. Liam will always live in our hearts and we will remember him for his kind, funny and brave spirit.”
The family also noted that they are “supporting each other as best they can” during the difficult time and asked others to respect their “privacy and space” during this time.
According to People Magazine, preliminary reports of the post-mortem examination revealed that Payne died due to internal and external bleeding and multiple traumatic injuries. Forensic experts revealed that he suffered at least 25 injuries due to the fall and noted that the traumatic brain injuries were “sufficient to cause death.”
Earlier, Alberto Crescenti, director of Buenos Aires’ public emergency medical service, had revealed that the musician had suffered “very serious injuries incompatible with life” and that there was “no possibility of resuscitation” after the fall.
While it was initially reported that Liam Payne had fallen from the third-floor balcony of his hotel room, Pablo Polisicchio, director of communications for the Buenos Aires Security Ministry, said that he had “jumped off the balcony of his room”.