An on-scene investigation determined that the child was in the backyard of the family's home and was attacked by a large raccoon.
The child suffered bites and scratches from the raccoon.
Officers searched the area and were unable to locate the raccoon in their initial search.
At approximately 5:40 p.m., officers located a raccoon that was acting lethargic that is believed to be the one that attacked the child in the area of nearby Buena Vista Road.