Police have launched an appeal after a 17-year-old went missing from Southampton.

James was last seen in Bannister Road on Friday, January 26. 

He is described as white, 6 foot tall, with short light brown hair.

He was last seen wearing a black North Face jacket, black Nike trousers, black Nike trainers, a black cap and a black face mask.

A police spokesperson said: "Have you seen missing 17-year-old James?

"James was last seen in the Bannister Road area of Southampton on the morning of Friday, 26 January.

"He has links to the Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch areas.

"We’re growing increasingly concerned for his welfare and have been carrying out enquiries since he was reported missing. We are now turning to the community for help.

"If you have any information please call us as soon as possible on 101 quoting 44240038107."

A spokesperson later added: "We're pleased to say that James has now been located."