Police are appealing for help to trace a teenager missing from Trafford .
Nicholas Hopkins, 14, was last seen on Shaftesbury Avenue in Timperley at around 2.40pm this afternoon (Friday).
GMP say they are becoming 'increasingly concerned' for the boy.
They say he may find it difficult to communicate and appear confused.
Nicholas has no access to money and no mobile phone.
He's described as white, around 5ft 2in tall, with brown hair and of medium build.
He was last seen wearing navy blue parka coat, grey shorts and black trainers.
Police confirmed the boy had been found safe and well on Friday evening.
Anyone with information about Nicholas Hopkins' whereabouts is asked to contact police on 0161 856 7873.
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