French Model Scout Linked to Epstein Found Dead Amid Investigation
Daniel Siad, a 69-year-old French model scout under investigation for aiding Epstein's trafficking, was found dead in Paris.
POLICY WIRE — Paris, France — Daniel Siad, a 69-year-old French model scout, was found deceased in Paris while under investigation for allegedly aiding Jeffrey Epstein in trafficking women. Siad was awaiting questioning by authorities when his death was confirmed.
The investigation into Siad’s activities began as part of a broader inquiry into Epstein’s network. Epstein, a convicted sex offender, was found dead in his prison cell in 2019 while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges. Authorities had been examining the roles of various associates, including Siad, in Epstein’s operations.
Siad’s involvement reportedly included facilitating the transport — and recruitment of young women for Epstein. The exact nature of his contributions to the trafficking ring remains under scrutiny as part of the ongoing investigation.
The circumstances surrounding Siad’s death are currently unclear. French authorities haven’t released an official cause of death, — and the investigation is ongoing. Siad’s demise adds another layer of complexity to the already intricate case involving Epstein’s associates.
This development comes amidst heightened public and legal interest in Epstein’s activities and the extent of his network. Several other associates and alleged accomplices are also under investigation, facing various charges related to sex trafficking and conspiracy.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
