POLICE say they are growing "increasingly worried" over the welfare of a missing teenage boy.

Alan Kennedy, 16, who has connections to Rainford, was last seen in late July.

He has connections to the Tuebrook and Kensington areas of Liverpool and is known to frequently visit the Knowsley area.

Alan is described as white, of slim build, 5ft 5in tall, with long straight dark brown hair.

When last seen, he was wearing a dark grey North Face tracksuit and black Nike trainers with a red trim and a light blue North Face jacket.

Alan, or anyone who has seen him or knows his whereabouts, is urged to contact 101 or the Missing People Charity on 116 000.