French authorities have launched an investigation following the death of Daniel Siad, a former modeling scout connected to Jeffrey Epstein. Siad was found deceased at his residence in Colombes, a suburb northwest of Paris, at the age of 69.
Autopsy to determine cause of death
The Nanterre prosecutor’s office confirmed that Siad’s body was discovered on a Monday, and investigators are actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding his death. Although an autopsy has been ordered, officials have yet to release an official cause of death. Some reports suggest he may have died from cardiac arrest, but this has not been confirmed.
Siad’s name appeared extensively throughout the documents released by the U.S. government related to Epstein’s case, with thousands of mentions. One of Epstein’s accusers told the BBC that Siad introduced her to Epstein, describing the encounter as “a complete set-up.” Despite these allegations, Siad consistently denied any knowledge of Epstein’s abuse of young women, maintaining in a recent interview that he believed Epstein was “a professional person.”
Ongoing investigation and legal implications
At the time of his death, Siad was under formal investigation in France stemming from multiple complaints, including serious accusations of rape, all of which he denied. Lawyers representing several complainants expressed profound disappointment, emphasizing that Siad’s passing may prevent him from being questioned or standing trial. They highlighted the impact this development has on victims seeking justice and answers surrounding the allegations.