A MISSING teenager sparked a call-out for two coastguard rescue teams, but he was later found, having gone for a walk.

Ventnor and Bembridge coastguard rescue teams were called out to Shanklin beach just before 1pm yesterday (Wednesday).

The 15-year-old boy was last seen two hours earlier on the beach.

The incident was resolved quickly when he was found by one of the Ventnor team members. He had tried to walk to Ventnor and back again, on the beach.

Safety advice was given.

Anyone who becomes lost or stuck on the coast should dial 999 and ask for Coastguard.