UPDATE, Thursday, 10pm: James Duyzer has been found safe and well, say police.

JAMES Duyzer, a 16-year-old with limited verbal skills and who may struggle to communicate, has not been seen or heard from since about 3pm Thursday.

Last seen in Deakin his family hold concerns for his welfare.

Police describe him as Caucasian in appearance, about 175cm (5’9”) tall, with brown hair, blue-grey eyes, and of solid build. He was wearing a green bucket hat, a black corduroy jacket, grey-blue track pants and blue Nike shoes.

Anyone with information call 131444.