A man's body was found at a house in Waterloo.
Police confirmed today that 55-year-old Paul Flannery was found dead at his home in Oxford Road.
Mr Flannery died on Friday, October 29, a Merseyside Police spokesman said.
Now on behalf of Sefton Coroner's Office, police have launched an appeal to trace his family, including a sister who police said is believed to live in Liverpool.
Police have ruled out foul play, saying his death is not suspicious.
A Merseyside Police spokesman said: "55-year-old Paul Flannery sadly died on Friday 29 October at his home address on Oxford Road. There are no suspicious circumstances.
"Paul is believed to have a sister in Liverpool."
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If you have any information, please contact James Martindale via James.Martindale@Sefton.gov.uk or call 0151 777 3530.
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