Update May 9, 2016 :Paul Long has been found safe and well.

Earlier: A teenager has gone missing from his home in Dublin.

Gardaí are seeking the public’s help in tracing 17-year-old Paul Long, who has been missing from his home on Colepark Road, Ballyfermot since Sunday, May 1.

Paul was last seen at about 7pm that evening and is described as being six feet one inch tall, of medium build, and with blue eyes and short blonde hair.

When last seen he was wearing a black North Face jacket with black track suit bottoms and yellow adiddas runners.

Gardaí are concerned for Paul’s welfare and anyone with information are asked to contact Ballyfermot Garda Station on 01 – 6667200, The Garda Confidential Line, 1800 666111 or any Garda Station.