Concern for 15-year-old Leeds boy who has been missing since last week

There is growing concern for a 15-year-old boy from Leeds who has been missing since last week.

UPDATE: Jacob Daley has been found safe and well. Police thanked the public for their help sharing the appeal.

Jacob Daley left his home in Headingley on Thursday, February 20, and has not been seen since.

Police have launched an appeal to find the teenager and there are concerns for his welfare.

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He is described as black, 5 foot 11 inches tall, of slim build and with short, afro-style hair.

Jacob made references to going to London but also has links to the Humberside area and east coast.

Anyone who has seen him or who has any information that could assist in tracing him is asked to contact Leeds District Safeguarding Unit via 101 quoting log 1708 of February 20 or online via the LiveChat.

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