A search has been launched to trace a teenager who has been reported missing from his North Ayrshire home.

Shaun Dickson, from Ardrossan, was reported missing on Wednesday, June 13.

The 15-year-old was then spotted by a family member at around 8pm on Friday coming off a train at Ardrossan Station.

He then headed off in the direction of Ardrossan High School.

Shaun is 6ft, of slim build with brown hair, and was last seen wearing a black top, black skinny jeans, and black trainers.

He was also carrying a black and white coloured rucksack.

Sergeant David Hutchison of Saltcoats Police Office said: "I am urging anyone with information on Shaun's whereabouts to contact Saltcoats Police Office through 101 quoting reference number 2806 of June 13."

Alternatively, charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555111.