Jeffrey Epstein Model Recruiter Found Dead in France Amid Ongoing Investigations

A model recruiter, Daniel Siad, who was linked to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, was found deceased at his home near Paris on Monday. Siad, 69, had been under investigation by French prosecutors specializing in human trafficking, facing allegations of rape and other charges. His name reportedly appeared thousands of times in recently declassified U.S. Department of Justice files related to Epstein.

Authorities have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Siad's death, and an autopsy is scheduled to determine the cause. Siad had consistently denied the accusations and was reportedly awaiting questioning by investigators. This death occurs as French authorities continue their broader investigations into individuals connected to Epstein, following a call for victims to come forward.

This incident follows the death of another prominent model agent associated with Epstein, Jean-Luc Brunel, who was found dead by suicide in a French prison cell in February 2022 while awaiting trial on charges including the rape and trafficking of minors.