UPDATE: 

The 17-year-old boy reported missing from Mossman has been found safe on a beach in Cape Kimberley in the Daintree Rainforest.

Police located the boy yesterday, six days after he was last seen in Mossman on Friday.

He was sent to Cairns Hospital for observation.

EARLIER:

Concerns held for teenager missing from Mossman

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate a 17-year-old boy reported missing from Mossman.

A police spokesperson said the boy was last seen around 10:00am on Friday 28 May in the Mossman area wearing black shorts and a black t-shirt.

“He is described as Caucasian, approximately 175cm tall with long blonde hair that is potentially tied up, and is known to visit areas including Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge, Julatten and Cairns,” said police.

“Police and family hold concerns for the boy’s welfare as he has a condition that requires medication.”

If you have seen the boy, or know of his whereabouts, please contact police immediately.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink or call 131 444 or report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

Quote this reference number: QP2100983838.