Missing Sunderland cat found in engine bay 40 miles from home

A missing cat used one of his nine lives when he was found 40 miles (64km) from home in a car engine bay.

Charlie, a five-year-old rescue cat, disappeared from his home in Grangetown, Sunderland, on Sunday morning.

He had managed to sneak behind the grille of a car, before hitching a ride to Warkworth in Northumberland.

Owner Laura Carroll said he was "very lucky" to survive the journey without suffering any injuries.

When the family noticed the house cat had gone missing, Ms Carroll's daughter began searching the area, calling out his name.

But after several hours ed they took to social media, posting a picture along with a plea for anyone with information to them.

"The kids were scared for him and my youngest just kept asking 'where's Charlie":[]}