The family of a missing 15-year-old boy have appealed for him to make contact.

Arthur Heeler-Frood, who is from the Axminster area, has not been seen since the early morning of Tuesday, September 6.

His parents, Caroline and Jeremy Heeler-Frood, have appealed directly to their son. 

In a statement released through Devon and Cornwall Police, they said: “Arthur, let us know you are safe.

“You are not in any trouble. We love you. Please come home. Mum and Dad.”

Detective Constable Mark Boon, said: “Arthur had left a detailed note expressing his wishes to travel, and at this time we are asking anyone who has seen him to get in touch.”

Arthur is described as white, 5ft 4in tall, of slight build with short, light brown hair. Arthur’s hair clippers are missing from his room indicating that he may now have considerably shorter hair, possibly shaven.

He was last seen he was wearing his school uniform and carrying a black rucksack, but is now thought to be wearing blue jeans and a black hoody.

Arthur is also believed to be wearing a black Element jacket with beige shoulders.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact police immediately on 999, quoting incident number 771 060916.