Police are appealing for help to find David White, 16, who is missing from his home.

David, from Basildon, was last seen at around 1.50pm on Wednesday, January 10, and his family and police are concerned for his welfare.

He is 5ft 10ins tall, of a slim build, has a scar in his front hairline and could possibly be working as a tree surgeon. He could be wearing a dark blue or grey tracksuit.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Basildon police station on 101.