UPDATE 12pm:
A teenage boy missing from Singleton has been found safe and well.
The 13-year-old was last seen leaving a school on York Street, Singleton, about 2.45pm Friday.
Officers from Hunter Valley Police District commenced inquiries to locate him and he was found on Saturday morning.
Police would like to thank the community and media for their assistance.
INITIAL REPORT
Police are appealing for help to find a teenage boy reported missing from Singleton, with "serious concerns" for his welfare.
Darren Wyld, aged 13, was last seen leaving a school on York Street, Singleton, about 2.45pm on Friday.
When Darren failed to return home as expected, he was reported missing to officers from Hunter Valley Police District, who began inquiries to find him.
Police and family hold serious concerns for Darren's welfare due to his age.
Darren is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 150cm to 160cm tall, of medium build, with short brown hair and blue eyes.
He is believed to have been wearing a school uniform, consisting of a light blue shirt, with a navy blue jumper over the top.
Anyone with information about Darren's whereabouts is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
