The case against Rogelio “Roger” Nores, a close friend and manager of Liam Payne, has been dropped after he was initially accused of negligent manslaughter in relation to the singer’s tragic death.
The One Direction star fell from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires last October, leading to an extensive investigation.
Legal Victory for Roger Nores Following Court Ruling
Nores, 35, was initially accused of abandoning Payne despite knowing the singer’s struggles with multiple addictions.
Court documents claimed that he failed in his duty of care towards Payne, who tragically fell from the third-floor balcony at the CasaSur Palermo hotel.
However, after months of legal battles, Nores was cleared of all charges by an Argentine court.
“I’m delighted to be cleared of anything to do with Liam’s death,” Nores said after the ruling.
“It’s been hard these last few months, but I am now free and innocent of all charges.
Liam was my friend, and I’m so sorry for what happened, but I had nothing to do with it.”
The Court’s Ruling and the Lack of Evidence
The court’s decision came after judges Julio Lucini and Hernán López reviewed the case.
They stated that prosecutors and plaintiffs had failed to show any direct involvement or complicity on Nores’ part in providing narcotics or contributing to Payne’s fall.
The court concluded that Nores could not be held responsible beyond his contractual relationship with the hotel and the adult guests staying there.
The ruling also cleared hotel staff members Esteban Grassi and Gilda Martín, stating that their names and reputations should remain untarnished.
However, the charges against two hotel workers, Braian Paiz and Ezequiel Pereyra, who are accused of supplying cocaine to Payne, remain in place.
Investigation into Liam Payne’s Death and the Events Leading Up to It
Liam Payne’s death in October shocked fans around the world, and questions about his fall from the hotel balcony quickly arose.
Authorities launched a comprehensive investigation, which included more than 800 hours of surveillance footage.
Reports suggested that Payne had been acting erratically in the days leading up to his death, allegedly under the influence of both alcohol and drugs.
A 911 call made on the day of his death described him as being aggressive and possibly intoxicated.
Further investigation revealed text messages in which Payne offered $5,000 to an escort for a “party” and made repeated requests for alcohol and cocaine.
Toxicology reports confirmed traces of alcohol, cocaine, and an antidepressant in Payne’s system.
Prosecutors ruled out the possibility of suicide, stating that Payne was likely unconscious when he fell, unaware of his actions.
The Public’s Shock and the Impact on Those Involved
The investigation and the details surrounding Payne’s final days have left a lasting impact on those who witnessed the tragic event.
One tourist, Bret Watson, described the moment of Payne’s fall as something “burned into my brain” and something he would never forget.
The incident continues to captivate media attention, with ongoing speculation about how the investigation may evolve.
Despite the court’s ruling, the investigation into Liam Payne’s death is ongoing, with many wondering whether the case could eventually be reclassified as a manslaughter probe.
However, for now, Roger Nores has been cleared of any involvement in the tragedy, with his legal team maintaining that he had no obligation or duty to ensure Payne’s safety.
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