Two brothers from Ilford who went missing together have been found safe and well, police have confirmed.

Saif Mahmood, 12, and Aman Mahmood, 11, had last been seen leaving their Riverside School in Barking on Tuesday afternoon.

Police confirmed last night the pair had been found.

A report said: “We are pleased to report that they have both been found safe and well.

“We thank the media for their assistance in this matter and also the public for their re-tweets and sharing on social media.”