A TEENAGER who went missing in Renfrewshire has been found safe and well.

The alarm was raised by police this morning after William McGonigle, 16, had last been seen in Paisley town centre on Sunday night.

Hundreds of people shared an online appeal for information as concern grew for his wellbeing.

A police spokesperson said: "We are pleased to confirm that William McGonigle, 16, reported missing from the Paisley area on Sunday has been traced safe and well.

"Thank you to everyone who shared and responded to our appeal."