POLICE need your help in their search for a teenager from Birkenhead who was reported missing earlier this week.

Samuel Brooks, 16, was last seen on Gorsedale Road, Wallasey on Tuesday. He is missing from his home address in Beckwith Street East, Birkenhead.

Samuel is described as white, of slim build, 5ft 6in, and currently has short shaved light brown hair, blue eyes.

He speaks with a Liverpool accent.

When last seen, he was wearing navy blue Nike bottoms, a black jacket and red and black trainers.

Extensive enquiries are continuing to find him.

Samuel, or anyone who has seen him, is urged to contact @MerpolCC, or call 101.

Alternatively information can be left with the independent charity Missing People by calling 116 000 or by emailing 116000@missingpeople.org.uk