POLICE are today concerned for the welfare of a 13-year-old boy who has gone missing from his home in Dereham, Norfolk.Sam Clarke left his home in Moorgate Road in the early hours of this morning and has not been seen since.

POLICE are today concerned for the welfare of a 13-year-old boy who has gone missing from his home in Dereham, Norfolk.

Sam Clarke left his home in Moorgate Road in the early hours of this morning and has not been seen since.

Police say this is out of character for him and officers are worried for his safety due to his age and vulnerability.

He is white, 5ft, medium build, with brown bushy hair and blue eyes. He was wearing navy blue jogging bottoms and had a black long sleeved top on white trainers. He was also carrying a blue rucksack.

If you have seen him or can help police with their enquiries, call Dereham Police on 0845 456 4567.