Saskatoon mother arrested after assaulting officer during child welfare check [Video]

A Saskatoon woman is facing charges after assaulting a police officer during a welfare check on a child.

On Thursday at around 10 p.m., officers were called to a home in the 1800 block of Clarence Avenue South to assist Mobile Crisis workers completing a welfare check on a child, Saskatoon Police Service (SPS) said in a release.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with the child’s mother. After gaining entry to the home, the woman told officers that the child was not home.

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While continuing to search the home, the woman became aggressive and attacked an officer. The 40-year-old woman was then arrested.

Police say she is now facing charges relating to obstructing and assaulting a peace officer.

According to police, Mobile Crisis workers were able to locate the child and ensure his safety.