HOUSTON, TX. (THECOUNT) — A frantic search is on after a little boy went missing after the vehicle he was inside was stolen in Houston, Texas Sunday.

Houston police say they are actively searching for the missing 5-year-old boy Sunday morning.

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The child was last seen inside a black 2009 Toyota Corolla with paper plate #57887Y6.

Police say the boy was inside of a 2009 black Toyota Corolla when the vehicle was stolen from 11422 Southwest Fwy, reports ABC13.

The boy was wearing a yellow Polo shirt and jeans, according to reports.

Houston Police via Twitter:

MISSING CHILD: HPD is currently searching for a 5 year old black male wearing a yellow polo shirt & jeans. He was inside a 2009 black Toyota Corolla with paper tag #57887Y6. It was stolen from 11422 Southwest Fwy with the child inside. If you have information call 911. #Hounews

Anyone with information about the child whereabouts is urged to call the Houston Police Department or 911.

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