Police search for 8-year-old boy running alone in 'pyjamas and a Batman dressing gown' at night

North Wales Police have launched a search for an eight-year-old boy seen walking near a Spar store in Flint on Sunday evening.

Police have shared a CCTV image which shows the child wearing a Batman dressing gown and walking barefoot at night.

Officers say, however, that no one has reported a child missing.

A North Wales Police spokesperson said: "We have received reports of an eight-year-old boy in alone in Oakenholt.

"He was last sighted near the Spar in Chester Road, Flint at around 7.45pm.

"He was wearing pyjamas and a Batman dressing gown and had bare feet.

"If you have seen this child, or are aware of who he is, please contact us on 101 or online quoting the reference number B003961."

Chief Inspector Andrew Griffiths told Wales Online: "As a result of the initial report of an unaccompanied child we have conducted extensive and coordinated air and ground searches"

"These searches have not received any sightings or information.

"As we have not had any reports of a missing child I am satisfied at this time that the unidentified child is no longer on the streets."

North Wales Police have not received any reports of a missing child but said that they will continue their efforts to find the child to ensure his safety.