Cairns preschooler's mother found

Police say they've spoken to the mother of a preschooler found wandering alone on a far north Queensland street.

The mother of a preschooler found wandering alone on a Cairns street wearing only a nappy has been located.

Police issued an appeal for help to find the girl's parents after she was spotted by a member of the public in Westcourt about 9am on Tuesday.

Officers issued a statement on Tuesday afternoon saying they had spoken to the girl's mother. A spokesman couldn't provide any other details.

The girl is believed to be about three years old.

Police earlier said the girl was found wearing a pink dress but later clarified that she was only wearing a nappy and was later given the dress.


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