Callum Dewhirst

A teenager has gone missing from Preston and could be in Blackpool.

17-year-old Callum Dowie Dewhirst lives in Preston, but is said to have links in Blackpool and surrounding areas.

Preston Police shared the initial appeal on their Twitter account. The appeals also said they are concerned for the teenager’s welfare.

However, Callum seems to have noticed the missing persons appeal, and has responded on Facebook with:

Callum fires back at the police appeal with obscene Facebook post.

His reference in the post is to a mugshot issued by Fylde Police.

Callum is described as white, tall and of a slim build, with short, curly and dark brown hair and has dark eyes.

If you have seen Callum or have any information that can assist the police with their search, please contact 101 quoting police log LC-20170121-1416.