Daniel Siad, a modeling scout linked to the late Jeffrey Epstein, was found dead at his home near Paris.
Daniel Siad, a 69-year-old modeling scout and associate of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, was found dead at his home in Colombes on Monday. The Nanterre prosecutor's office confirmed the discovery and opened an investigation to determine the cause of death, with an autopsy scheduled to follow. Siad was a prominent figure in the modeling world, frequently scouting young women to introduce to Epstein. His name appeared more than 2,000 times in the Epstein files released by the US government. While Siad faced various allegations of rape and human trafficking in France, he maintained that he was unaware of the extent of Epstein's abuses. He claimed to have trusted Epstein as a professional and believed the models he recruited were being treated well. His death occurred before he could be formally questioned by French investigators. Representatives for several victims expressed frustration over the timing, noting that Siad was close to being arrested. His death leaves many questions regarding his specific role in the trafficking network unanswered.