Daniel Siad, a modeling scout whose name frequently appeared in documents associated with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has been discovered deceased at his residence in France. He was 69 years old. Authorities reported that Siad was found on Monday in Colombes, a suburb located northwest of Paris. The Nanterre prosecutor's office has confirmed that an investigation into the circumstances of his death has been initiated, and a post-mortem examination is scheduled to take place.

As per reports from a French publication, Siad reportedly succumbed to cardiac arrest, although this has not been officially verified by authorities. A 28-year-old woman, who had been staying with him, found him unresponsive in the kitchen. A neighbor attempted to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), but unfortunately, Siad could not be revived.

French prosecutors have yet to officially ascertain the cause of Daniel Siad's death. The Nanterre prosecutor's office has stated that an investigation is underway, and a post-mortem examination will clarify the details surrounding his passing. While reports suggest that Siad experienced cardiac arrest, this has not been confirmed by officials.

Siad's death occurs amid an ongoing investigation that began on February 18, 2026, regarding allegations of organized human trafficking and conspiracy related to the Epstein case. Prosecutors have indicated that the investigation will persist despite the cessation of criminal proceedings against Siad following his death, with a focus on identifying any other individuals who may be implicated.

According to the prosecutor's office, Siad had been subjected to special investigative measures, including telephone surveillance, but investigators did not uncover enough evidence to warrant his immediate arrest. Siad had denied any knowledge of Epstein's illicit activities, although he admitted to introducing models to him and claimed that none had raised complaints afterward. He faced multiple allegations in France, including rape. His attorney, Ménya Arab-Tigrine, asserted that Siad had never been prosecuted, stating, "He is dead and he was innocent." Documents released by the U.S. Department of Justice reveal that Epstein had paid Siad substantial sums over the years, with records indicating that Siad's name appears over 2,000 times in the Epstein-related files released by the DOJ.