A young boy was taken to the hospital and treated for injuries after a dog bit into his arm.

According to Hewitt Police Chief Jim Devlin, the incident took place in the 100 block of Hillside Drive Saturday.

Officials say the dog was able to break free from the owner's leash while on a walk.

Chief Devlin says that the dog then bit a young boy in the upper arm area.

The child was taken to Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Medical Center where he was treated for his injuries.

Police say the owner claimed to have all of the correct shot records, so the dog was able to stay with the owner last night.

According to Chief Devlin, an animal control officer was sent back out to the owner of the dog's house Sunday to follow up and verify shot records.

Devlin says it will be up to the animal control officer to determine what steps are taken next.

Additional information was not provided.