There was panic in Wallacedene on Saturday night when little Inako Maxolo disappeared without a trace while playing in front of his home.
Inako was last seen at 6pm, playing with a group of children in the street.
The little boy was dressed in a navy blue hoodie, blue tracksuit pants and long red boots.
Mawethu Sila of Kraaifontein Community Police Forum says a search operation was immediately launched.
The boy was found yesterday morning near the Wallacedene taxi rank.
“He was found alive near the Wallacedene taxi rank,” said Sila.
“Two women walking past heard a scream and found him inside a broken vehicle.
“The boy was taken to the doctor for a medical check-up, and he is fine.
“We are still trying to find out how he survived the night.”
Police spokesperson Sergeant Noloyiso Rwexana confirmed Inako has been found but would not provide any more details, saying the investigation is ongoing.