Toronto police say a three-year-old was taken to hospital after being struck by a pickup truck downtown on Monday morning.
Police were called to the scene at the area of Dundas and George streets at around 10:30 a.m.
Toronto police Const. Clint Stibbe said the child was crossing the street with a caregiver and was struck by a northbound vehicle that was attempting to make a left turn.
Stibbe said the child was brought to Sick Kids hospital for treatment. The toddler’s injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.
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The area is expected to be closed for several hours for collision reconstruction.
“We do have a collision reconstruction team investigating the collision, partially because of the age of the involved victim, as well as the circumstances that are there are believed to be some serious injuries with the child,” Stibbe said.
Police are asking any witnesses to come forward.
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