Saskatoon Police Service reported a collision with injuries involving a vehicle and pedestrian at 21st Street West and Avenue L South on Saturday around 7.30 p.m.
A truck travelling westbound on 21st St. W struck a five-year-old boy between Ave K and Ave L South, according to a police press release.
As a result of the collision, the child suffered from injuries for which he had to be transported to the hospital by ambulance.
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The injuries are believed to be serious but the boy is expected to recover, police said.
Saskatoon Police Service has arrested a 31 year old man after investigating the collision.
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He has been charged with impaired driving causing bodily harm and exceeding the legal alcohol limit.
A 31-year-old man has been charged with Impaired Driving Causing Bodily Harm and Exceeding the legal Alcohol Limit Causing Bodily Harm.
The scene has been cleared and is open to traffic.
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