UPDATE: The missing teen has now been found.

 

POLICE have made an appeal following concerns for the welfare of a missing teenager.

Christian Ross, 16, from Barnoldswick, was last seen close to Rolls Royce Leisure, Skipton Road, Barnoldswick, at 12.50pm yesterday (Wednesday, April 5) walking in the direction of Barnoldswick.

A Lancashire Police spokesman said: "We believe he may visit rural parts of the local area such as canal towpaths and woodland. He is described as white, 5ft 5in tall, of very slim build with short, dark-brown hair. He has braces and freckles. He was last believed to be wearing a green coat, blue jeans and white trainers with dark blue in the middle of the design.

"If you believe you may have seen Christian or have any information that may assist us with our enquiries, please ring Lancashire Constabulary on 101 and quoting log 0683 of April 5."