Gardaí in Louth are appealing for the public's help in tracing the whereabouts of Samuel Milosiu.

The 16-year-old has been missing from the Drogheda area since January 10th.

He is described as being 5'8" in height, with black hair, of slim build and has brown eyes.

Gardaí have said there is a possibility he could be in the Ballybofey area of Co Donegal.

It is unknown what Samuel was wearing when he went missing.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact Gardaí in Drogheda on 041-987-4200.