Jacob Zeini

Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing Doreen teen Jacob Zeini.

The 16-year-old was last seen at the Watsonia Railway Station about 3.30pm on Thursday, January 9.

Jacob is described as approximately 165cm tall, brown hair with a thin build.

He is known to frequent the Doreen, Craigieburn and Watsonia areas.

Police and family hold concerns for Jacob due to his age and the length of time he has been missing.

An image of Jacob has been released in the hope someone recognises him and can provide information on his current whereabouts.

Anyone with information about Jacob or who sights him is urged to call Mernda Police Station on 9216 1200.