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Liam Payne’s pal Roger Nores & two hotel workers could STILL face manslaughter charges as prosecutors launch appeal

LIAM Payne prosecutors have appealed a court decision to drop manslaughter charges against three men over the singer’s death.

The move means the One Direction star’s close pal Roger Nores and two hotel workers who were with Liam before his tragic balcony fall last year could still face serious charges.

Liam Payne at the MTV VMAs.
Liam fell to his death from a third-storey hotel balcony in Buenos Aires last year
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Roger Nores previously had the charges of manslaughter against him dropped[/caption] Map showing the location of the Hotel CasaSur in Palermo, Buenos Aires, Argentina, where Liam Payne died after falling from a balcony.

Argentina’s Public Prosecutor’s Office announced they had launched an appeal over the decision this week.

Nores, chief receptionist Esteban Grassi and head of security Gilda Martin at the the Buenos Aires hotel where the singer died were originally cleared of any wrongdoing on February 19.

Grassi and Martin were identified as being beside Liam in one of the last harrowing photos of the former singer.

Overnight, public prosecutors have come out to say they are still fighting to get the men to trial as they confirmed new counter-appeals have now been lodged.

Two other men are still in prison on drug charges after being accused of selling him cocaine.

Former waiter Braian Nahuel Paiz and suspended hotel worker Ezequiel David Pereyra are still fighting to secure bail.

Their attempts so far have all failed with cops warning they could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted.

It was not immediately clear if the appeals are being seen as a last option for prosecutors.

Nores, Grassi and Martin could face between one to five years if they were ever to be convicted of manslaughter.

In a statement around the case, they accused Nores of “cooperating in creating the state that led to the fatal outcome.”

Prosecutors described him as the singer’s manager and alleged he could have done more to save him – leading to fury from distraught fans.

Court judges had drooped the manslaughter charges last month due to the fact he hadn’t assumed “special obligations” that could link his behaviour to the Liam’s death.

In his first interview since the court decision, Nores revealed he repeatedly denied Liam’s demands for drugs.

He claimed no one could have predicted how the tragic events would unfold as they did.

Nores went on to rubbish claims he has a sour relationship with Liam’s family.

He said he has always had the family’s backing – despite being one of the people closest to their son before his death and chasing a lawsuit against Liam’s dad Geoff.

But Nores is still fighting for compensation over damages because he claims Geoff made “false” statements about him to Argentinian prosecutors.

Nores told The Sun he will “100 per cent” not drop the case until he gets an apology – adding: “I’m sure I’ll get one.”

Tragic star Liam plunged to his death from the third-floor balcony of his hotel in Buenos Aires on October 16.

His chaotic finals hours before he fell have now been revealed in new court documents.

A forensic examination of Liam’s final hours found he hired two women online, Aldana Serrano, 31, and Lucila Goitea, 27, and invited them to his room.

The women arrived at 11.30am on October 16 to find Liam taking drugs from aluminium foil, docs claimed.

The three of them later had sex, it is understood, before Liam broke the hotel room TV and told the women to leave at around 4pm.

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Liam’s close friend Nores (L) with the singer
Aerial view of a hotel with a rooftop terrace and pool.
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Two hotel workers in Buenos Aires also have has appeals lodged against their court verdict[/caption]
Liam Payne at an awards ceremony.
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Tragic Liam plunged to his death in Argentina in October[/caption]

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The rush, the panic, the mess. Why Salford are in a serious cash crisis

Marc Sneyd of Salford Red Devils rugby team with the ball during a match.
Picture by Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com – 07/03/2025 – Rugby League – Betfred Super League: Round 4 – Castleford Tigers vs Salford Red Devils – The Jungle, Castleford, England – Marc Sneyd of Salford

SALFORD’S financial mess has been caused by having to do a takeover deal the wrong way around in order to save the club.

And money is dripping through, in stages because of foreign bank rules and the fact the new owners had to move so quickly.

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Salford’s new owners were meant to buy the Community Stadium first, SunSport has learned

But the current chaos may result in them not fielding a bare 17-man squad for the Challenge Cup tie with Bradford as they have not paid off debts.

The latest blow being the departure star half-back Marc Sneyd, who has joined Warrington for what is believed to be a high five-figure fee.

Stars received their February salaries a week late, through the personal bank account of consortium member Saia Kailahi, with a £130,000 advance of central distribution from Rugby League Commercial made in case that did not come.

Now a series of transfers have at least landed in the Red Devils’ bank account over the course of the last few days, with more to come, covering the wages of off-field staff, including boss Paul Rowley.

But SunSport can reveal why the buyout by Swiss moneyman Dario Berta, Kailahi and Curtis Brown has led to calamity.

Put simply, they were meant to buy the Salford Community Stadium and land around it – their main concern – first but the club’s shocking financial state forced them to rush before they were properly ready.

As talk of administration looms, relegation at the end of the year under IMG’s grading scheme is a real possibility, it is hoped enough money can be transferred from Kailahi’s Australian base to prevent a repeat of the wage farce, then a larger amount can be funnelled in.

The group intended to transfer £1.9 million in one lump sum but banks on either side of the world prevented that happening.

It is thought money from Australia can only be made in $100,000 AUD sums – just under £49,000 – at a time, leading to last week’s scramble to get the players paid and the bare 17-man squad on the pitch in the Super League clash with Castleford.

Now as they face the Championship side tonight, the cloud still hangs over them, with a £1.2 million sustainability cap reimposed by the Rugby Football League still in place.

It is thought it was lifted for the home match against Leeds after proof of the original transfer was provided before the banks intervened, as they are paying into an account which is not yet in the name of the Salford RL Group firm they set up.

And changing the arrangements is likely to take a few weeks before larger sums can come in – with some creditors not allowing much time.

Salford Red Devils rugby players on the field after a penalty.
Salford’s stars were paid late after the rushed deal caused a cash scramble
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One source close to the deal told SunSport: “The plan of buying the stadium and redeveloping the area was the main piece of work.

“We planned to provide the club with a 20 per cent ownership of the stadium, which would have improved their balance sheet.

“However, the club’s financial position meant they had to buy it.

“Firstly, not all of the funds were in place because we planned to buy the stadium in April/May, and secondly, Salford Red Devils are in a really poor financial position, which alarmed investors, causing even more delays.

“The lead investors have returned to Australia to make the transactions. It will take a few weeks, but we are confident we will pay staff this month and next.”

Salford’s cash crisis can be traced back 15 years, when the deal to move to what was the new AJ Bell Stadium, then co-owned by Salford City Council and Peel, was done.

For their desperation to leave The Willows for a decent venue and stay in Super League saw them sign up to a deal where they received nothing from their own matches, not even a penny from the sale of a sausage roll.

Salford Red Devils coach Paul Rowley at a press conference.
Salford boss Paul Rowley may have to field just 13 players in the Challenge Cup tie against Bradford
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After dodging bullets, somehow, and even making it to Super League’s Grand Final and the Challenge Cup final, it could be said it is a wonder they are still where they are.

Now the council has bought Peel out – it is hoped a deal for the stadium and land around it, which would see a 5,000-seater arena and a hotel placed on it – can be done, properly securing the club.

An advertising screen facing the neighbouring M60 motorway – ran in conjunction with local betting magnate Fred Done but which could generate Salford £400,000 in the first year, rising to £1 million – would also be erected.

And it is understood city mayor Paul Dennett – said to be fuming at how the former administration’s part in the original stadium terms – has met with the investors about doing a deal and the plans for the area.

In the meantime, however, Rowley could guide his scratch side to two wins from Wembley with a win.

He said: “Tired is one thing I’ve found myself but I gave myself a slap and my head a wobble – we’re privileged to be here and walk tall. We’ll all come through the other side and this will be a distant memory.”

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Manpreet Sharma discovers the identity of her blackmailer in shock Emmerdale twist

EMMERDALE’S Manpreet Sharma comes face-to-face with her supposed blackmailer – but is she being played?

After weeks of torment, will Manpreet finally find out the identity of her blackmailer in a jaw-dropping twist? Or will she give in to their demands?

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Manpreet plans a face-to-face showdown with her blackmailer[/caption]
Joe Tate in a hospital room, appearing concerned.
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Is Joe Tate the mastermind behind the messages?[/caption]

Next week on the ITV soap, Manpreet is at breaking point as the blackmail hell pushes her to the edge.

Hoping one final payment will end the nightmare, she nervously heads to the Cricket Pavilion for a face-to-face showdown.

But when Joe appears, she furiously accuses him – only to be left rattled when he pleads his innocence.

With the real blackmailer still at large, Joe makes a shocking offer to help cover the cash.

But will Manpreet take the risk, and is she any closer to uncovering the truth?

Also in Emmerdale, Sarah’s been caught up in the thrill of life on the edge after meeting Kammy, a cheeky thief who’s got her heart racing.

As Mack gets suspicious over a series of local farm thefts, Ross drives around in a flash new pick-up, and trouble brews when a quad bike goes missing from Moira’s farm.

Sarah bumps into Kammy on a country lane, and though she’s suspicious of his story, she’s drawn to his street-smart charm.

Despite his nerves, Kammy’s caught off guard when Sarah covers for him – and even gets in on the action.

But when Sarah’s caught racing stolen bikes across the fields, the question remains: how will Charity react to her getting closer to Kammy’s dangerous world?

Meanwhile, John is desperate to win over Chas, but his plans take a wild turn when he throws a surprise engagement bash for her and Liam at The Woolpack.

Keen to impress, Aaron makes sure John gets the credit – but the night takes an awkward twist when Ella accidentally gatecrashes.

Things heat up when John drops to one knee and pops the question to Aaron, who says yes!

But their moment of joy is quickly ruined when Mandy overhears and announces their engagement to the entire pub.

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Chas is far from thrilled, and as she secretly shares her doubts with Aaron, she has no idea John is eavesdropping.

Tensions mount as John grows paranoid over Chas’ disapproval – and with Ella badmouthing Chas behind closed doors, things soon reach boiling point.

A spilled drink sparks a furious bust-up between Chas and Ella, leaving the whole village gossiping.

But the drama doesn’t stop there.

As John worries about his standing with Chas, she suddenly collapses in the pub, hitting her head.

Will John be the one to save her – and finally get on her good side?

Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7:30pm on ITV1 or stream from 7am on ITVX.

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John has a question for Aaron[/caption]
Chas Dingle tells Ruby Miligan-Fox she told Nicola about Anthony being a danger to children.
But it doesn’t go down well for Chas
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