Update:

In an update, the family said the police had found Daniel.

They added:

"Thank you, everyone, for sharing and to the couple that contacted the police with details. Thank you all."

An appeal has been launched to locate a missing Helston boy who was last seen yesterday.

Daniel Evans, 12, could be in a different town after leaving his house in Helston on Sunday (3rd April).

In a post on social media, family member Sal Evans said Daniel went out with a friend but did not return at the usual time of 8:30pm.

Daniel, who attends Mullion School, is said to be wearing black Adidas jogging bottoms, black and white Nike trainers, and a black hoodie.

Devon and Cornwall Police told Nub News they had a missing person report and the search is ongoing.

Sal added:

"If anyone heard or see anything please contact either myself or the police (log number 901-03-04-22)."

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