A TEESSIDE man who was reported to be missing and the subject of an “urgent” appeal earlier today has been located in London.

James Hardy left an address in Thornaby, on Teesside, at some stage after 9pm last night (Friday February 11) was thought to have travelled by train to York.

Cleveland Police said the 24-year-old was then believed to have gone on to travel to the capital.

Shortly before 1pm today the force confirmed that he had been found “safe and well” in London.

Police thanked all those who shared news of the appeal.

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