A large search was underway for a boy missing in Newcastle.
\nLiam BATES, aged 10, was last seen at his home on Stapleton Street at Wallsend about 11pm yesterday (Saturday 17 November 2018).
\nPolice were alerted Sunday morning when his family woke and discovered he was missing.
\nOfficers from Newcastle City Police District conducted a large search of the area for Liam, with assistance from the Dog Squad and PolAir.
\nLiam\u2019s disappearance is out of character and concerns were held for his welfare due to his young age.
\nHe has speech difficulties and may find it hard to communicate.
\nLiam is described as being of Aboriginal \/ Torres Strait Islander appearance, approximately 152cm tall, with a thin build and black hair.
\nIt\u2019s believed he was wearing black shorts and black shoes.
\nHe is now been located safe and well.
\nThe boy was located a short time ago in Wallsend after members of the public spotted him and contacted Triple Zero (000).
\nPolice wish the thank the public and media for their assistance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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