According to Buenos Aires police, officers received a 911 call Wednesday afternoon about an unidentified "aggressive man who could be under the effects of drugs and alcohol."
By the time emergency services arrived, Payne was deceased. Circumstances leading up to the fall were not released, as police continue their investigation.
Videos, posted to social media earlier this month, show Payne attending former bandmate Horan's concert in Argentina on Oct. 2. He was also spotted traveling in Argentina with his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy.
Payne and One Direction debuted on The X Factor Season 7. Though they did not win, they released five albums before their hiatus in 2015.
Music producer Zedd, who collaborated with Payne on "Get Low," called his death " absolutely heartbreaking ."
"So upsetting to hear the news of Liam Payne's passing. Sending love and condolences to his family and loved ones. RIP my friend," Paris Hilton wrote on X.
Singer-songwriter Charlie Puth wrote that he was in shock, adding "Liam was always so kind to me. He was one of the first major artists I got to work with. I cannot believe he is gone."
"Liam and for so many years I always knew I could call you for support and big brotherly advice but now you're gone," she wrote. "My thoughts and prayers are with Liam's family and friends during this time you'll be so missed."
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Kevin.
1d ago
Who was he ?
SammyC
1d ago
Based on the lack of information about his 'fall', I assume he jumped
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