BREAKING Liam Payne's sister breaks silence: "I'm sorry I couldn't save you"

Liam Payne's sister Ruth has spoken out for the first time about his death, saying "I'm sorry I couldn't save you" in a heartbreaking message.

In a post to this morning, Ruth said she was struggling to comprehend the week's tragic events and all she wanted to do was 'drive to her brother's and speak to him'.

"One last time I need you to know, I'm here if you need anything. I'd drive to the end of the universe to bring you back," she shared.

Liam tragically died at the age of 31 on Wednesday after falling from his hotel balcony in Argentina, where he had flown to support star Niall Horan on tour.

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