Arrest Made in Liam Payne Drug Case

Braian Paiz, a former restaurant waiter, has been arrested by Argentine police for allegedly supplying cocaine to former One Direction singer Liam Payne before his death in Buenos Aires. Payne, 31, died after falling from a hotel balcony on October 16, with traces of alcohol, cocaine, and a prescription antidepressant found in his system. Paiz, along with another hotel employee, Ezequiel Pereyra, are among five individuals charged in connection with Payne's death, facing potential prison sentences of four to 15 years. The charges include manslaughter for the hotel managers, who allegedly failed to monitor Payne when he was visibly intoxicated. Paiz's lawyer claims his client is a victim of a 'witch hunt' and denies the drug-dealing accusations, arguing that media reports are spreading misinformation. The case continues to develop as authorities seek to hold those responsible accountable for Payne's tragic death.