Police are appealing for help to trace the next of kin of a man who died in Bolton.

Francis Platt died at his home on Crook Street.

He was 72-year-old at the time.

Now police want to trace his next of kin.

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A police spokesperson said how people could help with this.

They said: "There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.

"Anyone with information should call the Police Coroner's Office on 0161 856 4687."