Gardaí have renewed their appeal for information on the whereabouts of a missing teenager from Dublin.

16-year-old Jason Collins was last seen in the Ballyfermot area of Dublin on the 24th of October.

He is described as being 5' 4" in height, of thin build with blue eyes and short brown hair. 

Speaking at Lucan Garda Station today, Superintendent John Gordon said, "Jason  is considered to be a high risk missing person; as a consequence there is great concern for his wellbeing."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Ronanstown Garda Station 01-6667700 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.