A frantic search has been launched for a missing Scots schoolboy who hasn't been seen since last night.
Jason "Junior" Cochran, 14, has vanished from the Alness area of the Highlands and police are 'increasingly concerned' about his whereabouts.
The boy, who is known as Junior, was reported missing from the Milnafua area at around 7.30pm on Wednesday, April 21.
Junior is described as white, with a local accent and has a dark blonde hair.
When he was last seen he was wearing a blue 'Northface' hooded top, blue jeans and trainers.
Officers from Highland & Islands Division are appealing for the assistance of the public to help trace the youngster.
Inspector Joanne Thompson from Alness Police Station said: "As the passage of time increases we are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare and it is imperative that we trace his current whereabouts as soon as possible so that we know he is safe.
"I ask anyone who has seen Junior, or has any information on his whereabouts, to get in touch with officers immediately."
Anyone information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 and quote incident number 0610 of April 22.
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