Gardaí are seeking assistance in finding a missing teenager who was last seen nine days ago.

17-year-old Derek Cleary has been missing from Fairview in Dublin since November 17th.

He is described as being 5'10'' in height and of medium build. He has short brown hair and blue eyes.

When last seen he was wearing grey tracksuit shorts, blue Regatta zip top and bright blue Nike runners.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Clontarf Garda Station on 01 666 4800, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.