Police are urging the public to help them find a missing 15-year-old who may have travelled to Kent.

Investigating officers are concerned for the welfare of Lewis Dighton, who was last seen three days ago.

He went missing from the Eden area of Cumbria, but is believed he may have travelled by train to attempt to get to Kent.

The teenager has not been seen since Thursday at about 5.10pm.

He also has links to Thames Valley, Wiltshire and London.

Police say he is 5ft 10ins, of slim build, with short brown hair.

He was believed to have been wearing a red hooded top with a black T-shirt, grey ripped jeans and black trainers.

Officers are concerned for his welfare and are asking for anybody with any information of his whereabouts to contact police immediately.

If you see Lewis, call 999.