Police are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of a missing teenager who was last seen in Preston.

17-year-old Lee was last seen at Acre Gate Lane at 11:20am today, Tuesday, November 12.

Lee is described as 6ft tall with purple and brown hair. When he was last seen he was wearing a light blue t-shirt, light grey joggers and navy-blue trainers.

He is said to have links to Preston and Longridge, particularly the town centre and Ribbleton.

Officers are urging that if you see Lee, do not approach him and instead call 999 and let them know straight away.

If you have information that could assist in finding Lee, contact 101, quoting log 0416 of November 12.

A police spokesperson said: “Have you seen Lee?

“Lee, 17, is missing, and we’re really concerned about him.

“Lee was last seen leaving the number 8 bus at Acre Gate Lane at 11:20am today (12th November).

“Lee, who is 6ft with purple and brown hair, was last seen wearing a light blue t-shirt, light grey joggers and navy-blue trainers.

“Lee has links to Preston and Longridge, particularly the town centre and Ribbleton areas.

“If you see Lee, please do not approach him, but call 999 and let us know straight away.

“If you have any information that could assist us in finding Lee, contact 101 quoting log 0416 of 12th November.”