Police have found 8-year-old Hamilton boy Aaron Whinn safe after he was reported missing.
He was last seen about 6pm this evening and was found after 9pm near his home, police said.
He was wearing an orange jumper with black tree patterns printed on it.
Waikato police say Aaron was last seen at Hockin Pl in Fairfield.
"Police and his family have serious concerns for his safety,'' a statement said earlier this evening.