The story surrounding Liam Payne's missing Rolex watch takes yet another intriguing turn as details continue to emerge after the singer's tragic death. The former One Direction star, known for his chart-topping hits and vibrant personality, reportedly had his gold Rolex—valued at approximately £33,000—disappear under baffling circumstances.
A woman, believed to be among those who spent time with Liam before his untimely passing, claimed she was 'promised' the high-end watch. According to reports from the Irish Mirror, this came after the pair spent time together at the CasaSur Palermo Hotel in Buenos Aires, where the incident took place.
These events unfolded dramatically as officials conducted their investigation. The Argentinian news outlet, Infobae, reported the woman had supposedly forgotten her makeup and was granted access back to the singer's third-floor hotel room to retrieve it. It was during this return visit, she claims, when the Rolex mysteriously went missing from Liam's possession.
The woman, alongside another escort who had accompanied her, said they were promised £5,000 for their time with the singer but alleged they never received the amount discussed. They described Payne as being polite and charming, even recalling him kneeling before them and expressing affection: "I love you. I love you." Despite such claims of affection, it appears the high-value watch did not end up where it was anticipated.
Subsequent hours saw Liam acting increasingly erratic, which has raised eyebrows among investigators. Three hours prior to his fall, witnesses reportedly noted strange behavior, with the singer allegedly smashing his laptop and appearing out of control. Hotel staff made frantic calls to emergency services, describing him as someone who had consumed too much alcohol and drugs.
Unfortunately, this chaotic scene led to the ultimate tragedy. Just moments after the questionable company was noted at his room, Liam took a fatal plunge from the hotel balcony, falling three floors. The circumstances surrounding his fall have been heavily explored by authorities, who have ruled out suicide, deeming him 'unconscious or semi-conscious' at the time of the incident.
A post-mortem examination revealed the singer succumbed to multiple injuries resulting from the fall and had substances present within his system. Since the incident, police have conducted searches of not just Liam's room, but of those connected to him on the day of his death, including the escorts' residences, yet the watch remains elusive, adding another layer of complexity to this tragic narrative.
Detectives involved have confirmed through photographic evidence and eyewitness accounts, Liam was visibly wearing the Rolex as recently as two to three hours before his death. The watch vanished shortly before he plummeted from the balcony, leaving many to wonder how such luxury could just slip away amid such turmoil.
While the two female escorts are not considered suspects, they have initiated legal counsel as uncertainties about the night continue to swirl. The case has captured both public attention and media intrigue, highlighting the sometimes chaotic world surrounding fame and fortune.
To date, three individuals have been charged related to Liam's death, with one facing serious charges of abandonment, carrying potential sentences of up to 15 years. The developments following the tragic passing of Liam Payne only amplify the need for clarity as fans mourn the loss of the beloved artist and as questions about the missing Rolex linger.
The unfortunate tale serves as yet another reminder of the chaotic events sometimes lurking behind the curtain of celebrity life, and how quickly lives can be changed forever.
