COPS have found a missing nine-year-old boy after he disappeared in his school uniform.

       Rohvani, whose surname was not disclosed by police, vanished after last being seen on Stanley Grove in Longsight, Manchester, at around 1.30pm today.

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       Cops have now confirmed Rohvani has been found safe Credit: Getty

       Greater Manchester Police have since confirmed the youngster has been found "safe and well".

       An updated statement read: "Some good news this evening, Rohvani - aged 9 - has been found safe and well and returned to his family.

       "Thanks to everyone who shared our appeal this afternoon."

       The schoolboy was described as a mixed race male, of a slight build, around 5ft tall with a small brunette afro.

       He was reported missing wearing a grey school uniform jumper, with black pants and black shoes with a white sole.

       A major search was launched to find Rohvani, before cops found him safe and well.

       Officers previously said they had become "increasingly concerned" about him and "want to make sure he is safe and well".

       A public appeal shared on Wednesday included two pictures of Rohvani.

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       One appeared to be a CCTV still of him.

       While another showed a picture of him in his school uniform.