A PREVIOUSLY missing teenager Somerset teenager has been found “safe and well," police said.

Avon and Somerset police had issued an appeal earlier today asking for the public's help to find 17-year-old Charley who had gone missing after last being seen in Taunton a week ago.

Before today, Charley was last seen on Wednesday, November 20 at around 10.30pm in Taunton.

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson described him as white, approximately 5ft 8ins tall, of slim build, with dark brown, curly hair. He also has a cross tattoo on one of his hands.

Charley is reportedly known to travel to other parts of Somerset, as well as further afield on occasion. 

He has links to Taunton, Bridgwater, and Yeovil. 

Avon and Somerset Police are now thanking everyone who shared their appeal.