Dumbarton police are eager to trace the whereabouts of a 16-year-old male who was reported missing earlier this week.

Cops say they have been in contact with Aiden Scullion but have been unable to confirm he is safe and well.

Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter: Aiden Scullion was last seen in the Tontine Park areaAiden Scullion was last seen in the Tontine Park area (Image: Police Scotland)

He is missing from the Tontine Park area of Dumbarton since May 2 and is believed to also frequent the Helensburgh area.

He is described as five foot four inches with a slim build, and a hairstyle described as 'short and brown in colour.'

A police statement read: "When reported missing, Aiden was known to be wearing Green Lacoste green tracksuit bottoms, white trainers and a grey hoodie.

"If you have seen him or have information to help us make sure he is safe please contact us via 101 quoting Incident number 3784 of the 2nd May."