A 15-year-old boy was taken to hospital in serious but stable condition after being hit by a car early Tuesday evening, paramedics say.

youville drive and jeanne d'arc boulevard south, ottawa

It happened at the intersection of Jeanne D'Arc Boulevard South and Youville Drive, just after 5:15 p.m.

The boy suffered chest and face injuries, according to a press release.

He was conscious when paramedics arrived at the scene.

Ottawa police are investigating.