CONCERN is growing for the welfare of a missing teenage boy who was last seen in Kendal.

The youngster, originally from Preston, was last spotted in the early hours of the morning at the weekend, and has been reported missing since.

17-year-old Ryan Bond was last seen in the town at around 4am on Saturday, July 25.

He is described as being 5ft 9in tall and of slim build, with dark brown hair.

Ryan was last seen wearing a grey North Face tracksuit.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police on 101.

Officers would also like to urge Ryan to contact this number if he sees this appeal.