Wellington 17-year-old Hugo has been found. Photo / Facebook
A Wellington teenager missing since last night has been found.
The family of Hugo, 17, confirmed he has been located after he was last seen at Johnson Hill Scenic Reserve in Karori.
Police thanked members of the public who reported information that led to his whereabouts.
Earlier today, police said they had concerns for Hugo’s wellbeing.
His mum posted on Facebook and asked anyone walking in the Johnson Hill area to contact police immediately if they saw Hugo.
“He has no food or water with him.”
She did not want to comment further when contacted by the Herald.
Police said Hugo was wearing a black puffer jacket, jeans, and Oakley slides footwear.
“Police have conducted a number of inquiries in an attempt to locate him, including utilising a police dog unit, police search and rescue, and volunteers from Land Search and Rescue.
Georgina Campbell is a Wellington-based reporter who has a particular interest in local government, transport, and seismic issues. She joined the Herald in 2019 after working as a broadcast journalist.
