Concerns are growing for the welfare of a missing teenager from Oxford.

Leigh, 15, whose surname has not been disclosed, was last seen on Sunday (September 10) and is believed to be in the Blackbird Leys area of Oxford. 

Thames Valley Police (TVP) has launched an appeal for the public's help this afternoon. 

Police are asking anyone who knows of his whereabouts to call 101 quoting the reference 43230406011.

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A TVP statement said: "Have you seen Leigh?

"Leigh is 15 years old and reported missing from Oxford, last seen on (September 10). Leigh is believed to be in the Blackbird Leys area.

"We are concerned for Leigh's welfare, so if you know of his whereabouts please call 101 quoting reference 43230406011."