THE Coroner for Dorset needs the public's help to find the next of kin of a man who died in Wareham.

Lawrence Byron, who was 81 years old, died at his home address in Bovington Lane on Wednesday, May 16.

The coroner’s office is making enquiries into his death, which is not being treated as suspicious, but as yet no next of kin have been located for the man.

A spokesperson for Dorset Police said: "We would be grateful if any relative, or friend who has any knowledge of his family members could contact the coroner’s officer as soon as possible on 01202 454910."