Transcripts Expose Chaotic Final Moments of Former One Direction Star
In a shocking development that sheds new light on the tragic death of singer Liam Payne, the recordings of two urgent 911 calls made by hotel staff moments before the star’s fatal fall have been released. These calls, now translated from Spanish, paint a disturbing picture of the events leading up to the former One Direction member’s untimely demise at the CasaSur Palermo hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Desperate pleas for help
The first call, seemingly made by the chief receptionist, described a dire situation unfolding within the hotel:
“We have a guest who is high on drugs and who is trashing the room,” the caller urgently reported to the 911 operator. “We need someone to come.”
This initial call was abruptly cut short, prompting a second, more frantic attempt to secure help.
In the follow-up call, the hotel staff’s alarm was palpable:
“We’ve got a guest who has had too many drugs and alcohol and, well, when he is conscious he is trashing the entire room,” the caller explained. “We need you to send someone urgently because, well, I don’t know whether his life may be in danger, the guest’s life. He is in a room with a balcony and well, we’re a little afraid that he…”
A race against time
The transcripts reveal a growing sense of urgency as hotel staff grappled with the escalating situation:
- The caller, identified as Esteban, the chief receptionist, repeatedly emphasized the need for immediate assistance.
- Concerns about the guest’s access to a balcony were explicitly stated, hinting at the tragic turn of events to come.
- The emergency services initially planned to dispatch both medical personnel and police, though the hotel seemed to prefer only medical intervention.
Despite the hotel’s efforts to secure help, the situation ended in tragedy. Liam Payne fell from the balcony shortly after authorities arrived at the scene, as confirmed by local reports.
Questions raised
These revelations raise several pressing questions:
- How much time elapsed between the calls and the arrival of emergency services?
- Were adequate measures taken to ensure Payne’s safety given the explicitly stated concerns?
- What protocols are in place for hotels dealing with guests in apparent distress?
Industry shockwaves
The music industry has been left reeling from this loss, with fans and fellow artists struggling to come to terms with Payne’s sudden passing. This tragedy has reignited discussions about the pressures faced by celebrities and the need for robust support systems.
Ongoing investigation
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Liam Payne’s death. These 911 call transcripts will undoubtedly play a crucial role in piecing together the final moments of the talented artist’s life.
As the world mourns the loss of Liam Payne, these revelations serve as a stark reminder of the often-hidden struggles faced by those in the public eye, prompting calls for greater awareness and support for mental health and substance abuse issues within the entertainment industry.
The transcripts below have been translated from recordings of the calls made in Spanish
Call handler: 911 where’s your emergency?
Caller: Hello
911 what’s your emergency?
Hello, good afternoon, look I’m calling you from the hotel CasaSur Palermo, which is located in Costa Rica [St] 6032
6032? Is that between Cramer [St] and …
Yes, that’s correct it’s between Arevalo [Street] and Dorrego [Street]. So, we have a guest who is high on drugs and who is trashing the room. Erm, so we need someone to come
Understood, so you’re telling me is being aggressive? Sir, can you please repeat the name of the hotel? Sir?
The line cuts out and a second call is made.
Call handler: 911 where’s your emergency?
Caller: Hello, good day, I just called but got cut off. I’m calling from the hotel CasaSur Palermo, Costa Rica [St] 6032
What’s happening at that location, sir?
Well, we’ve got a guest who has had too many drugs and alcohol and, well, when he is conscious he is trashing the entire room and we need you to send someone, please
He is under the effect of alcohol and drugs, is he, sir?
Yes, correct
You said Costa Rica St at which location?
Costa Rica 6032
That’s between Arevalo and Cramer?
Yes
You said it’s a hotel? What’s it called?
CasaSur Palermo, and we need you to send someone urgently because, well, I don’t know whether his life, may be in danger, the guest’s life. He is in a room with a balcony and well, we’re a little afraid that he…
Since when has he been there or is this a long-stay hotel?
He’s been here for two or three days.
Understood, you wouldn’t know any other details because you can’t get in, right?
No
We’ll notify the SAME (medical emergency) staff as well, yes?
Yes, what I’m asking is for someone to come urgently because, well…
We’ve notified SAME. Any other details you can provide. Who are you, are you in charge?
I am in the chief receptionist.
In charge at the location?
Yes, yes.
We’ve now reported this. What’s your name, sir?
Esteban.
We’ve reported it.
Ok
Thanks for calling, you can free up the line now.
Are you sending the police as well or not?
The police and the local – wait give me a second – the local authorities and the SAME.
No, no, just the SAME. Just the SAME.
Understood, don’t worry, we’ve reported it.
Yes, perfect, many thanks.
You told me that [the guest] is under the influence of drugs and alcohol and the SAME doesn’t go in alone.
The SAME doesn’t go in alone? Ok, ok.
No, it’s reported [to the police] regardless. If the police arrives you explain [what’s going on] and if they need the SAME, they call them.
Good, ok. Perfect.
We’ve made the report, have a good day, sir.
Good, thanks, same to you.