Prosecutors have charged one suspect with abandonment of a person followed by death and two others with supplying narcotics.
The charge can carry a prison sentence of five to 15 years.
Payne’s untimely death has prompted an outpouring of grief, including from his One Direction bandmates.
Liam Payne in 2022.Mike Marsland/WireImage
“Liam was in my opinion the most vital part of One Direction.
Im so grateful that we got even closer since the band.
Harry Stylesshared similar sentiments.
Liam Payne in 2023.David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty
“I am truly devastated by Liam’s passing.
“The years we spent together will forever remain among the most cherished years of my life.
I will miss him always, my lovely friend.”
“I feel so fortunate that I got to see him recently.
Its heartbreaking,” he wrote.
“Liam had an energy for life and a passion for work that was infectious.
He was the brightest in every room and always made everyone feel happy and secure.”
“I will cherish all the memories I have with you in my heart forever.
There is no words that justify or explain how I feel right now other than beyond devastated.”
