UK Police launch appeal to find next of kin of man who died in Scarborough

Police in North Yorkshire in the UK searching for the next of kin of an elderly man with Irish connections who died in Scarborough are appealing for anyone who might know the man to come forward.

It was reported to police on January 2nd that 70 year old Simon Curtis Smith passed away at his home in Scarborough but authorities have been so far unsuccessful in finding his next of kin.

A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said:

“Our coroner's officers are appealing to people in Ireland as they continue their search to find the next of kin of Simon Curtis Smith who died at his home address in Scarborough aged 70.

“Enquiries following Simon's death - reported to us on 2 January - have not revealed any next of kin.

“They now believe he may have relatives in Ireland, although it is not known whereabouts.

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“Anyone who can help locate any members of his family is asked to contact the Coroner's Office on (44) 01609 643168.

“There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding Simon's death.”