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Police Probe Death of Model Scout Linked to Epstein

7/22/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Nanterre prosecutor opened a criminal probe and ordered an autopsy after modelling scout Daniel Siad, 69, was found dead in Colombes on July 20, 2026.
Investigators tied Siad to alleged rape and human-trafficking with Jeffrey Epstein, noting DOJ files list his name over 1,000 times and record payments of tens of thousands of dollars.
Swedish model Ebba Karlsson and French model Juliette G. accused Siad of grooming them for Epstein.

History

Historical Context

In 2019 French prosecutors opened a preliminary probe into Jeffrey Epstein’s network, arresting modeling agent Jean-Luc Brunel after the U.S. indictment. The 2026 investigation of a French modeling scout follows that pattern, prompting EU-backed efforts to tighten trafficking laws. Palm Beach police had earlier identified 35 girls as victims between 2002 and 2005.

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Story summary

The Nanterre prosecutor opened a criminal probe and ordered an autopsy after modelling scout Daniel Siad, 69, was found dead in Colombes on July 20, 2026.
Investigators tied Siad to alleged rape and human-trafficking with Jeffrey Epstein, noting DOJ files list his name over 1,000 times and record payments of tens of thousands of dollars.
Swedish model Ebba Karlsson and French model Juliette G. accused Siad of grooming them for Epstein.

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