There was widespread relief this morning when authorities confirmed that Arthur Heeler-Frood had been found safe and sound, and now the Devon teen has given an insight into how he has spent the past 10 weeks.
Arthur, who left a note telling his parents he was ‘bored of his life’, released a statement revealing that he ‘slept rough’ and ‘explored’ during his time away from home.
Arthur’s statement, released through Devon and Cornwall Police, read: “I have spent the last 10 weeks exploring London, Birmingham and Manchester by foot, sleeping rough at night.”
“I am very grateful to everyone who has helped my family to ensure my safe return. I apologise to the police for the time they spent looking for me and for the worry I have caused my family and friends,” he added.
Meanwhile, parents Jeremy and Caroline admitted that they feel ‘extremely lucky’ to have their beloved son at home once more.
“We are overjoyed to have Arthur home with us again; tired, grubby and rather smelly but otherwise none the worse for his experiences," they said.
They went on to thank the police, adding: “We now wish to spend some time in private with Arthur to settle him back home and to make some plans for his future.”
