A SCHOOLBOY who had not been seen since yesterday afternoon has been found.
Police launched a search after Harry Haynes was reported missing from Bexhill.
The 13-year-old had last been seen in the town wearing his school uniform and a black North Face hooded top.
Sussex Police issued an appeal for information on his whereabouts today, sparking a huge response.
The appeal was shared hundreds of times, with thousands of people spreading the word about the search.
And, at 3.10pm today, Hastings Police posted on social media to say the teenager had been found.
A spokesman said: "We're pleased to say Harry Haynes has been found.
"The 13-year-old boy had been reported missing from Bexhill yesterday.
"Thank you to everyone who shared our appeal for information."
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