POLICE are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of a teenager believed to be in Bacup.

James Laurie travelled to Lancashire from Birmingham on August 26 to meet some friends, saying he would return home the next day. He has not been seen since.

He is described as white, of slim build, with short, light-brown hair. He has a distinctive scar on his right cheek and walks with a limp.

He was last seen wearing a dark blue Nike tracksuit top and trousers, a black cap and cream Nike trainers.

Anybody with information is asked to contact police as soon as possible on 101 quoting log number 1056 of September 4.