After his tragic death in Argentina, many fans have been left wondering when Liam Payne‘s funeral will take place. With his autopsy and toxicology report officially underway, new reports are revealing just how soon Liam’s service is expected to take place in the UK. But first, his family has to navigate the complex process of bringing their son and brother home for his final rest.
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The former One Direction star passed away on October 16, 2024, at the age of 31. The singer’s untimely death occurred after a fall from a third-floor hotel room balcony at the CasaSur Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. According to Alberto Crescenti, chief of Buenos Aires emergency services, Payne suffered “serious injuries” that proved fatal before responders could intervene. “Our role was to head there quickly, give medical attention, and try to resuscitate him, but his injuries were incompatible with life,” Crescenti told La Nación.
The preliminary results of an autopsy, performed by the Forensic Medical Corps at the Judicial Morgue on Viamonte Street, revealed more details about the tragic incident. The Public Prosecutor’s Office said in a statement: “The head injuries were sufficient to cause death, while the internal and external hemorrhages in the skull, chest, abdomen and limbs contributed to the mechanism of death.” The report also indicated that toxicological and anatomical-pathological studies of Payne’s blood and urine were being undertaken to determine whether there were any traces of drugs in his system.
When is Liam Payne’s funeral?
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While an exact date hasn’t been set, we’re getting a clearer picture of when Liam’s funeral might take place. According to reports from MailOnline, the service is expected to happen sometime in November 2024. Liam’s body is likely to remain in Argentina for 10 to 15 days while authorities await the results of the ongoing toxicological tests. Once the investigation concludes, Liam’s remains will be handed over to his family and repatriated to England. Given this timeline, it’s anticipated that the funeral could take place at the beginning of next month, once his body returns to the UK.
Liam’s father, Geoff, has traveled to Argentina to identify his son’s body and arrange for its return home. He paid a heartfelt tribute to his son at the hotel where he tragically passed away, observing the tributes left by fans and expressing gratitude for their support. The British Embassy in Argentina has also been providing assistance during this difficult time. A source from the Embassy told Argentinian newspaper Clarín, “We are supporting Liam Payne’s family and are in contact with local authorities.”
While we wait for more definitive information about the funeral arrangements, fans across the globe have been organizing vigils to honor Liam’s memory. Memorials have already been held in his hometown of Wolverhampton and in Liverpool, with more planned for major cities including London, Manchester, and Birmingham. International tributes have also taken place in Brussels, Stockholm, Paris, Bogotá, Sydney, and Manila, showcasing the worldwide impact of Liam’s music and personality.
As the Payne family navigates this loss, they’ve asked for privacy and space. In a statement, they shared, “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.”
As more details about Liam’s funeral become available, we’ll be sure to keep you updated. For now, our thoughts are with Liam’s family, friends, and fans as they come to terms with this devastating loss.
