Modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead in Paris suburbs

Here is the latest breaking news from around the world: Modelling scout linked to Epstein found dead in Paris suburbsImage source, US Department of JusticeImage caption, Modelling scout Daniel Siad has been found dead at his homeByDan SalesPublished20 minutes agoA modelling scout linked to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has been found dead at his home. Daniel Siad, 69, was discovered on Monday in Colombes, a north-west suburb of Paris, the Nanterre prosecutor's office confirmed to the .

"An investigation to determine the cause of death was opened on Monday evening following the discovery," the office said, adding that an autopsy will be carried out. Siad's name appeared thousands of times in the Epstein files released by the US government.

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He had previously denied any knowledge of the threat that Epstein posed. Epstein victim Anya - not her real name - previously told the Siad had introduced her to Epstein.

Ahead of a investigation published on 18 July, Siad's lawyer had said he was not available for comment, but he had previously denied knowing that Epstein posed a threat.

The story has become one of the most prominent items on the global agenda.