Police are becoming “increasingly concerned” after the disappearance of a schoolboy from Scotland.

Brandon Hodgson, 15, was last seen in the Howden area of Livingston, West Lothian, at around 9pm on Monday 13 May.

Chief Inspector Jocelyn Thomas said: “It has now been a week since Brandon was last seen, and we are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare.

“This is a very distressing time for his family.”

The teenager is around 5ft 8in tall, slim, and has short brown curly hair.

He is also known to frequent the Wester Hailes area of Edinburgh.

Chief Inspector Thomas added: “We have been liaising with public transport companies and reviewing CCTV to gather further information.”

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Those who have seen Brandon or who have information on his whereabouts are urged to contact Police Scotland on 101.

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