CORONERS officers are searching for the next-of-kin of a man from St Helens who has passed away.

Joseph Dixon, 84, died at Eccleston Court Nursing Home on Friday, November 17.

He previously lived at Rosevilla Residential Home, Warrington and it is believed he was originally from St Helens.

There are no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.

Anyone who knows Joseph's next-of-kin is asked to contact Sefton, Knowsley & St Helens Coroner’s Office by calling 0151 934 2102 or email coronerreferrals@sefton.gov.uk.