The Saskatoon Police Service say a woman was arrested and charged with assaulting a police officer Thursday night. Around 10 o’clock officers responded to a home in the 1800 block of Clarence Avenue South to assist Mobile Crisis workers who were conducting a welfare check on a child.

Police say the mother wasn’t cooperative with police but eventually let them into the residence however she told officers the child wasn’t there. During a continued search of the home, police say the woman became aggressive and attacked an officer.

A 40-year-old woman is facing charges relating to obstructing and assaulting a peace officer. Mobile Crisis workers were able to locate the child and ensure his safety.