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Missing 6yo in Auckland's Wiri found 'safe and well'

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The child was reported missing from his home address in Wiri yesterday evening.

The child was reported missing from his home address in Wiri yesterday evening. (Source: 1News)

Police say a missing 6-year-old boy has been found "safe and well" this morning.

The child was reported missing from his home address in Wiri yesterday evening.

"He was found safe and well this morning," a police spokesperson said.

Police thanked those who shared the earlier appeal.

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