Daniel Siad, a 69-year-old French modeling scout, was found dead at his Colombes home near Paris, with an autopsy ordered as prosecutors opened a formal inquiry into possible trafficking and sexual crimes. He coordinated introductions between Jeffrey Epstein and young women, according to Epstein-related materials referenced in U.S. DOJ files. French investigators are examining Siad as part of a broader inquiry into Epstein’s activities in France, reviewing tens of thousands of communications between Siad and Epstein. Siad had repeatedly denied knowledge of abuses, insisting his interactions were professional casting; his attorney says he was never formally prosecuted. The Epstein files show discussions about potential recruits across Sweden, Eastern Europe, and other regions, including mentions of girls as young as 15 to 17. Victims' advocates say accountability remains lacking as autopsy results are pending and French authorities continue the case linked to human trafficking and sexual violence.