Detective Senior Sergeant Albie Alexander says Police located the missing boy at an address in the local area.
The occupants were unaware that the boy was missing. However in noticing Police activity in the area, the family have approached Police where it was determined that it was the missing 6-year-old.
There are no concerns for the boy’s wellbeing.
“I really want to thank the public and those who assisted us in the last 12 hours searching,” Detective Senior Sergeant Alexander says.
“This was a traumatic experience for his family and we’re glad that it came to a happy and safe conclusion.”
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