Police say they are "very concerned" over the welfare of a missing 16-year-old boy.

Officers are keen to hear from anyone who may have seen Michael, or who may have information that could lead to his discovery.

Michael was last seen in Aylesbury at around 1.40pm today (September 4) with officer believing he took the train to Essex.

He is 5ft 8ins tall and was last seen wearing a dark green lightweight jacket, a black T-shirt, grey tracksuit bottoms with a rip on the left knee, black trainers.

Michael also has a ring on his right hand and was carrying a plastic bag and a stuffed dog toy.

He is also known to frequent Vale Park in Aylesbury as well as Essex and London.

PC Ben McNeill, based at Aylesbury police station, said: “We are very concerned for Michael’s welfare so I am appealing for anyone with information on his whereabouts to get in touch.

“He is thought to have got a train from Aylesbury to Essex.

“If you see Michael, please call 999, quoting reference number 43220397802.

“If you have any information that might help us find him, please call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting the same reference number.”