THE family of a missing teenager have renewed their appeal for him to come home.

Jason Fyles, 19, was last seen on Helmsley Road, Sandyford, Newcastle, at 2.45am on Thursday, May 16.

His father, Ian Fyles said: “Jason you are more than just a son and brother, you are a friend.

“We miss you greatly, your wry sense of humour, easy smile and keen wit. You must know we all love and miss you.”

Mr Fyles is a Newcastle University student, originally from Southport, Merseyside.

He is described as 5ft 9ins tall, of very slim build with a pale complexion and short ginger hair. He was last seen wearing a blue T-shirt, grey jumper, beige chino trousers and brown leather shoes.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call Northumbria Police on 101.