CONCERN was mounting today for a 13-year-old paperboy who vanished three days ago.

Ashley Stewart was last seen at around 7am on Tuesday, when he left the family home to deliver newspapers in the Nunnery Wood area of Worcester.

Police were today continuing their hunt for the boy.

Sgt Neil Austin, of Worcester police, said the search was proving difficult.

"We're concerned about his safety and his welfare," he said.

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"We're in contact with various people and still trying to find him but, so far, it's all drawing a blank."

Ashley is described as being white, approximately 5ft 8in tall, of slim build with mousy brown, short hair and brown eyes.

He was wearing cream combat trousers, a light blue Adidas zip-up top, and white Adidas trainers with blue stripes.

Anyone with information should contact Worcester police, on 01905 723888, or call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.