Police say a missing teenager from Hythe, has been found safe and well.

Joshua Blacktop-Wales, 16, was reported missing at about 4.30pm yesterday, having last been seen earlier in the morning, and officers were concerned for his welfare.

A spokesman for Kent Police said: "Following the appeal issued yesterday, please be advised that Joshua has been safely located."

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