James, 16m was last seen on Friday morning

07:27, 20 Oct 2025Updated 07:29, 20 Oct 2025

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Police are “concerned” about a teenager who has been missing for a number of days. James, 16, has been reported missing after last being seen on Friday morning (October 17) in Port Talbot. The teenager is from Bridgend and officers say “there is a concern for his welfare”.

James was last seen wearing black joggers, a grey Nike top, black puffer jacket with “Trapstar” on the back and black Nike trainers. He is described as being around 5ft10, of slim build with short blonde/light brown hair and blue eyes.

Officers said James has links to Bridgend but is also known to frequent the Cardiff, Cwmbran, Porth, and Swansea areas.

In the past he has also used the rail network in the past to travel further afield to places such as Bristol, Hereford, and Liverpool. Stay informed on Bridgend news by signing up to our newsletter here

Teenage boy with brown hair James was last seen on Friday morning(Image: South Wales Police)

South Wales Police is asking for anyone who has seen James, or has information which will help them find him, to contact them.

You can contact the police force via its live chat platform by clicking here or via an online form by clicking here.

Alternatively information can also be given via Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or its online form by clicking here.

Always call 999 in an emergency.

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