An appeal to trace a missing teenager from Stevenage has been launched by police.

Benedict Blackwood, 17, was last seen in at his home address in York Road on Wednesday.

He is described as black, 5ft 8in tall, of slim build, short black hair and clean shaven.

The teenager also has links to the Thamesmead area of London.

Anyone who has seen Benedict or who knows where he is should call Herts police on non-emergency number 101.