Missing Pukekohe teenager found safe and well

Joseph Campbell, 15, has been found safe and well after he was reported missing following last being seen near his Pukekohe home around 1pm this afternoon. Photo / NZ Police

A teenager reported missing from his home this afternoon has been found safe and well tonight.

Police earlier released a public appeal for any sightings of 15-year-old Joseph Campbell, who was last seen near his home in Pukekohe, South Auckland, about 1pm today.

Just before 8pm, authorities said they had found the teen.

"Police thank the public for their assistance,'' a statement said.