POLICE in Thurrock have called for help to find missing Tilbury 14-year-old Mitchell Garrido.

A statement from the force says: "We want to make sure he's safe and well as soon as possible.

"Mitchell was last seen in person in the area of London Road on Friday 29 August at about 3pm but has not been seen since.

"We have pursued several lines of enquiry in order to locate Mitchell, and we are now asking for the public's help to find him.

"He is about 5ft 9in tall, with short black hair. He was last seen wearing a grey Nike tracksuit.

"He has connections to South Ockendon, as well as the Stratford and Newham areas of London, and is believed to be travelling by train.

"If you have seen Mitchell, or have information regarding his whereabouts, please contact us quoting incident number 398 of Friday 29 August.

"You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service which is available 24 hours-a-day, seven days a week.

"Visit https://esxpol.uk/aVsGN to find out more about our online reporting services.

"Alternatively you can call 101.

"If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111."