The death of a man in Swansea has sparked a search to trace his next of kin. Michael John Hobbs, who police believe is originally from the Bristol area, passed away on Sunday (November 20)
Mr Hobbs died at the age of 62. He lived at a flat on High Street in Clydach, Swansea. The South Wales Police team from Swansea and Neath Port Talbot have shared an appeal in hope of tracing anyone who may have known Mr Hobbs.
It comes after the HM Coroner's Office appealed for more information about his family and friends. Those who may have known Mr Hobbs or his family and friends are asked to contact the Coroner's Office quoting the reference number.
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The appeal states: "HM Coroner’s Office is appealing for help to trace the next of kin of a man from Clydach, Swansea. Mr Michael John Hobbs, who resided in a flat on High Street, died on Sunday 20th November, at the age of 62. Officers would like to trace anyone who may have known Michael.
"It is believed he was originally from the Bristol area."
If you have any details of Michael’s family or friends, please call the Coroner’s Office on 01792 450650 quoting reference number 18135788.
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