Cocnern is growing for a young boy who has been missing for three days.

Rikki Cruden, 16, was last seen on Sunday December 5.

He is described as white, about 5ft 5in tall, slim build with short brown hair and brown eyes.

When Rikki was last seen he was wearing a black tracksuit bottoms, black hoody and red and grey Nike 95 Trainers.

He is believed to have travelled to the Aberdeen area.

Police Scotland spokesperson said: "We’re appealing for the public’s help as part of our efforts to trace a male reported missing in Paisley.

"It is believed that Rikki Cruden (16) has made his way to the Aberdeen area.

"The 16 year old has been missing since Sunday December 5 and there are growing concerns for his welfare.

"Rikki is described as white, 165cm tall, slim build, with short brown hair and brown eyes.

"When last seen he was wearing black tracksuit bottoms, black hoody and red and grey Nike 95 Trainers.

"Anyone who may have seen Rikki since this time, or who has any information which could be relevant, is urged to contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 3304 of December 5."