Police had said they were growing 'increasingly concerned' for his welfare after going missing a day-and-a-half ago, but we are pleased to report that teenager James Whalley is said to have been found 'safe and well' this morning.
James Whalley went missing from his home in Holcombe, Somerset on Sunday, April 3, at 10pm.
Police were said to have been ‘increasingly concerned’ for James’ welfare, particularly as this kind of behaviour is totally out of character.
Missing Somerset teenager James Whalley found safe and well
— Kay Burley (@KayBurley) April 5, 2016
Thanks for praying - we just heared that James Whalley has been found! PTL! https://t.co/PKEvsf1PRw
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Issuing a statement this morning, a police representative said: “As part of our efforts to find James, officers are searching the local area including Holcombe quarry, while the police helicopter has also been deployed.”
Within the past few minutes, however, the police confirmed that the teen had been safely located.
We are so relieved for James' family. Well done to all involved in the investigation.
