Missing 13-year-old found safe and well

A missing boy from Wearside has been found safe and well.
Jack Kearns, who was reported missing last night.Jack Kearns, who was reported missing last night.
Jack Kearns, who was reported missing last night.

Police launched an appeal last night after 13-year-old Jack Kearns, from Hetton, was reported missing.

Officers believed he may be in the Hartlepool area.

Northumbria Police have now confirmed Jack is safe.

A spokesman said: "Thanks for helping - missing 13-year-old boy Jack Kearns, from Hetton-le-Hole, has been found safe and well."