A MISSING 12-year-old boy from Kent could be staying with friends in Harrow.

Police in Kent are appealing for any information from local residents which could help them locate him.

Patrick Hanrahan, from Deal, is described as white, 5ft 1in tall, of slight build, with cropped brown hair, brown eyes with a freckled complexion. He has an Irish accent.

The last time he was seen he was wearing light blue Nike baggy jogging bottoms, a dark blue Lonsdale hoodie and black/green Nike trainers.

He also wears a large gold sovereign ring on his left hand.

Police want to speak to anyone who may recall seeing Patrick at railway or bus stations since November 18. Contact South Kent Police on 01622 690 690, or the missing persons hot-line on 0500 700 700.