The Coroner for Dorset is seeking the assistance of people across the county to find the next of kin of a man who lived in Bournemouth.

Richard Bene, who was 60 years old, died at his home address in Florence Road on Tuesday, December 1.

His death is not being treated as suspicious and no police investigation is needed into his death.

Coroner’s Officer Tracey Jeans said: “We are not treating the 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 454767.”