THE public are being asked for help in finding the next of kin of a man who died at his home in Bournemouth.

Alan Axford, who was 82 years old, died in Wycliffe Road on Wednesday March 23. His death is not suspicious and no police investigation is needed into his death.

The Coroner for Dorset is now seeking assistance to find his next of kin.

Coroner's officer Sharon Emmerson said: “We are not treating his death as suspicious, however, we have not been able to locate his next of kin.

“If any member of the public has any knowledge of his family members please contact us as soon as possible on 01202 123900.”