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Now, Argentinian officials are attempting to find answers through their investigation.

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Heres what we know about their charges and whats next.

Who has been arrested?

Five people were indicted in Argentina on December 27 for their involvement in Paynes death.

Prosecutors claim he knowingly left Payne alone while he was under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

They previously intended to charge him with abandonment of a person followed by death, a more serious charge.

Another hotel employee, along with a waiter, were charged with supplying narcotics to Payne.

Drugs and drug paraphernalia were found in Paynes Buenos Aires hotel room.

What have the suspects said?

Multiple suspects have not been reached since the indictments, per theTimes.

An attorney for Paiz disputed his clients arrest, telling theTimes, There is no danger of flight.

He said Paiz is not guilty, and he plans to appeal the charge.

Nores previously denied being under investigation, telling theDaily Mailhe was heartbroken by Paynes death.

There were over 15 people at the hotel lobby chatting and joking with him when I left.

I could have never imagined something like this would happen.

What happens next?

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