Police have launched an urgent appeal to help locate missing teenager Bradley James Downie, 15, from Wirral.

Bradley was last seen earlier this afternoon on Higher Bebington Road. Officers and his family are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare.

Merseyside Police are asking anyone who has seen Bradley, or who may have information about his whereabouts, to get in touch immediately.

A spokesperson said:

“We are appealing to anyone who may have seen Bradley or knows where he is to contact us as soon as possible. We just want to get him home safely.”

Anyone with information is urged to direct message @MerPolCC on X (formerly Twitter) or call 101. You can also report information via the link provided by Merseyside Police.

Please share the appeal widely to help bring Bradley home.