A teenager who had been missing from Royal Wootton Bassett has been found safe and well after an urgent police search.

The 15-year-old had not been seen since Saturday, October 28, and the police said that they were concerned for his welfare as searches were undertaken.

After stating that they believed the boy was in the Swindon area, officers announced on Friday morning that he had been found safely.

A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said: “We are pleased to report that a missing 15-year-old school boy who was reported missing from Royal Wootton Bassett on October 28 has now been found safe and well.

“Many thanks to everyone for supporting our appeal.”