Police have thanked the public for their help in finding missing 15-year-old Chester Blanch, last seen in Leek.

Leek Nub News reported earlier today that police had asked people to contact them if they had seen Chester or knew his whereabouts.

They have now posted an update to confirm that he has been found.

A spokesperson for Staffordshire Police said: "Missing person Chester Blanch has now been found safe and well.

"Thank you for sharing our social media appeal."