A 14-YEAR-OLD boy from Newport has been reported missing, with officers now concerned for his welfare.

Ellis Briggs, who lives in the St Julians area of Newport, was last seen on Monday, April 15 in the Hendre Farm Drive area of Ringland with a group of youths.

He was first reported missing on Sunday, April 14, and hasn't been home since.

Gwent Police confirmed that officers are now concerned for his welfare.

A force spokesman said: "Anyone with information relating to Ellis' whereabouts is asked to call 101 quoting log 197 of 14/04/19.

"You can also Direct Message the Gwent Police Facebook and Twitter pages, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."