Dear News Editor,

Please find below an appeal on behalf of HM Coroner for Dorset.

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Georgia Revell Media and Communications Officer Corporate Communications and Engagement Department

Next of kin appeal –William Stead

The Coroner for Dorset is seeking the assistance of the public to find the next of kin of a man who lived in Bridport.

William Stead, who was 80 years old, died at his home address in Bridge Road in Charmouth on Monday 2 November 2026.

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

Coroner's Officer Pip Morgan 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 123900.”

Source: Dorset Police news release.