A MISSING Blackburn teenager is thought to have travelled to Leeds.

Samuel Hancock, 18, was last seen in Waters Edge at around 1pm on Friday, police said.

A police spokesman said it is thought he had travelled to Leeds and could be sleeping rough in the city with a young woman.

Mr Hancock is described as white, around 5ft 11ins, with short dark brown hair.

He was last seen wearing a white Adidas t-shirt, dark tracksuit bottoms, a grey hooded top and dark trainers.

PC Jenna Healey said: "We are concerned for Samuel's welfare as we believe he is vulnerable, particularly given he doesn't have anywhere permanent to stay.

"If you have seen him or know where he is, please contact us immediately."

Anyone with information is asked to call the police on 101 quoting log number LC-20170723-1687.