AN URGENT appeal has been launched to find a missing teenager from Christchurch.

Charlie Smith, aged 13, was last seen at around 3pm on Thursday, October 3, in Beaufort Road in Bournemouth.

He was last in contact with family at around 3.30pm. 

At that time, Charlie is believed to have been in Christchurch. 

Chief inspector Matt Buller, of Dorset Police, said: “Charlie has not been in contact with family or friends since yesterday afternoon and we are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare.”

Charlie is described as five feet one inch tall and of slim build with shoulder-length black hair that is blond at the roots.

He was last seen wearing grey or black baggy jeans, black platform shoes with white shiny bats on and a blue baseball jacket with white sleeves. 

Chief inspector Buller added:  “I would ask anyone who has seen Charlie or a teenager matching the description given to please get in touch.

“Charlie – if you see this appeal, please contact us or your family as we all want to make sure you are safe and well.”

Anyone with information or knowledge as to Charlie's whereabouts can contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240152578.