Missing Cork teen located safe and well

He is described as 6'2" in height, of slim build, with blue eyes and red hair.

Update 15 March, 7.15am: Billy Scannell has been located safe and well.

Gardaí have thanked the public for their assistance.

March 14: Gardaí seek help in finding missing Cork teen

Gardaí are asking the public for help in finding a missing teenage boy in Cork.

Billy Scannell, 17, went missing from the Douglas area of the city on Saturday, March 13.

He is described as 6'2" in height, of slim build, with blue eyes and red hair.

When last seen, Billy was wearing a white Nike skinny fit zip-up jacket.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Togher Garda Station on 021 4947120, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.