A next of kin appeal has been issued following the death of a man who lived in a Dorset village.

The Coroner for Dorset is looking for members of the public to help find the next of kin for Keith Mitchell.

The 72-year-old died at his home address in Piddlehinton on Thursday, February 15.

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 123900.”