LIAM Payne may have been unconscious when he fell from a hotel balcony to his death, prosecutors have said.

The One Direction star’s autopsy found he died from severe injuries sustained in the fall but that he didn’t adopt a reflex position.

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Liam died aged 31 after tragically falling from his hotel balcony on WednesdayCredit: Rex

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The former One Direction star’s death left family, friends and fans devastatedCredit: Snapchat

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Liam Payne was staying at the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires before he fell from the third floor balconyCredit: Reuters

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Prosecutors said that given this, the position he was found in and the injuries he sustained, he may have been partly or fully unconscious when he fell.

A post-mortem revealed that Liam died after suffering “internal and external haemorrhaging” caused by the severe injuries.

Dad-of-one Liam, 31, was in Buenos Aires for his ex-bandmate Niall Horan’s tour when he tragically fell from the balcony on Wednesday afternoon.

He was found dead in the inner courtyard of Hotel CasaSur in Palermo at around 5pm local time (9pm UK time).

A post-mortem was carried out by two forensic pathologists in Buenos Aires, revealing that he died instantly from multiple injuries including a fractured skull.

Argentinian police are currently waiting for more tests to establish the details of the singer’s death.

He had arrived in the country on September 30 with his girlfriend Kate Cassidy, who returned to the US days ago.

Photos published by local media appeared to show the inside of his luxury suite on the day he died, with traces of white powder and aluminium foil on a tabletop.

Heartbreaking videos show Liam Payne chatting to fans and comparing tattoos outside hotel days before tragic death at 31
Buenos Aires police confirmed the room was in a state of “total disorder”.

They released a statement saying: “Upon entering, total disorder was observed, with various elements broken.

“The balcony area was inspected in order to establish access to it.”

It comes as:

Clarin, Argentina’s biggest newspaper, published the images alongside a report saying: “Damage and drugs in the hotel room Liam Payne was staying in in Buenos Aires.”

The singer had been open about his battles with addiction in the past.

But cops are yet to confirm what the substances found in the room are and are due to run tests on them shortly.

A smashed TV can also be seen in the room next to a half-drunk champagne glass.

Clarin and several other outlets confirmed the photos were taken after Liam was found unresponsive outside.

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White powder and burnt aluminium foil was allegedly pictured inside Liam Payne’s hotel roomCredit: Clarin

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A smashed up TV and champagne glasses were also picturedCredit: Clarin

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Cops waiting outside the Hotel CasaSur Palermo as a heartbroken crowd watches onCredit: AP
It comes as a haunting photo of Liam – said to be his last one – shows the 31-year-old going back to Hotel CasaSur in the neighbourhood of Palermo on Wednesday.

The picture was shared by local America TV and shows the singer leaning against a wall wearing the same clothes he was seen in earlier.

The presenters said it was the last time he was seen alive just moments before he got the lift to his hotel room.

Weeping fans crowded outside the hotel holding a candlelit vigil overnight in honour of the beloved singer.

Many mourned the loss of Liam with flowers as they wiped away tears.

His loved ones say the heartbreaking news has left them “devastated”.

Neighbours said Liam’s parents left in a hurry from their Wolverhampton home at around midnight.

Two women, believed to be Liam’s sisters, were then seen entering the property at 9am this morning.

Liam leaves behind his seven-year-old son Bear whom he shared with Cheryl after the pair met when Liam was on the X Factor.

Cheryl reportedly feared the worst for her ex in the years before his tragic death.

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This is the last photo of Liam at the hotel, according to local media

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Liam Payne sang at Niall Horan’s concert just days before his deathCredit: Snapchat

Tributes to Liam Payne

SHOCKED friends, family and fans have paid heartbreaking tributes to Liam as news of the singer’s death circulated across the world.

Harry Styles’ mum Anne was among the first from One Direction’s camp to share her reaction, posting a photo of Liam and writing ‘Just a boy…’ alongside a broken heart emoji.

Britain’s Got Talent judge Amanda Holden shared an image of the pair together with the words: “Such an awful tragedy.

“Sending love to his family and all those who loved him.”

X Factor star Olly Murs told fans he was “devastated” and “lost for words”.

He wrote on social media: “Liam shared the same passions as me, the same dreams so to see his life now end so young hits hard, I’m truly gutted and devastated for his Family and of course his son Bear losing a dad x”.

Liam Gallagher said he was “very sad” and told his followers on X: “Life is precious Kids, you only get to do it once, go easy.”

Former X Factor presenter Dermot O’Leary has also expressed his shock and spoke on This Morning today.

He said: “I remember him as a 14 year old turning up to audition on The X Factor, and blowing us away singing Sinatra. He just loved to sing.

“He was always a joy, had time for everyone, polite, grateful, and was always humble.”

BBC Radio 2 presenter Zoe Ball reacted to the “devastating news” on her show today and told fans she hugged her own son Woody tight this morning.

JLS band member Marvin Humes reflected on his memories with the singer, sharing: “I first met Liam in 2008 with the JLS boys whilst auditioning for X Factor..he was 14 years old..

“We instantly clicked and looked at him as a little brother..that year it worked out for us but not for him and then 2 years later he went back to audition and One Direction was born..the rest is history..

“Absolutely heartbroken by the tragic news..Liam you wanted to be a global superstar and you did it bro..just can’t believe that things have ended this way..it’s shocking..my thoughts and prayers are with all your family and friends brother..RIP.”

Niall Horan’s brother Greg shared an emotional tribute to Liam, praising him as a “top young man”.

He added: “You will be forever missed. Liam, words can’t describe how much I want to grab my brother and mind him now while the world shows their memories of you and him and the boys.

“My heart goes out to your family parents and sisters and your son Bear and your 1D brothers.

“10th October we met and we started out that evening as 5 families into one big one 1D family thank you for all the laughs bro watch down on all your family and mind them lots of love kiddo x x x 1D 4 LIFE x x x”

German DJ Anton Zaslavski, otherwise known as Zedd, has taken to X with a devastated statement.

The producer, who worked with Liam on his 2017 hit Get Low, wrote: “RIP Liam… I can’t believe this is real…absolutely heartbreaking…”

American singer, Charlie Puth, who was friends with Liam and also collaborated with him on a song called Bedroom Floor, has posted a series of Instagram stories dedicated to him.

Alongside photos of the two of them together in their younger days, Charlie wrote: “I am in shock right now. Liam was always so kind to me.

“He was one of the first major artists I got to work with. I can not believe he is gone…

“I am so upset right now, may he rest in peace. I am so sorry…”

Irish singer duo Jedward also took to social media, saying: “RIP Liam Payne. Condolences to friends and family.”

In another tweet, they added: “Sending strength to Cheryl and his son Bear. And all the One direction Family. RIP Liam Payne.”

American media personality Paris Hilton shared: “So upsetting to hear the news of Liam Payne passing. Sending love and condolences to his family & loved ones. RIP my friend.”

ITV weather presenter Alex Beresford shared a news video about Liam’s tragic death on Instagram, adding: “Can’t believe this! RIP Liam.”

Meanwhile Love Island star Molly Marsh penned: “I’m so taken aback, rest in peace.”