POLICE are trying to trace the next of kin of a man from Bury who died in hospital.

Derek Mullen, of Athlone Avenue, who died aged 62 at Fairfield General Hospital on Saturday, August 17.

He was divorced from his wife Renee around 20 years ago and has two daughters called Michelle and Andrea, although it is not known where they are living.

He had lived at several addresses in Prestwich and Bury and it is thought he was originally from the Chadderton area in Oldham.

Anyone with information about any relatives of Mr Mullen is asked to contact the coroners liaison officer on 0161 856 8097.