Summerville officer struck by vehicle while directing traffic near Alston Middle School

SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCBD) – An officer with the Summerville Police Department was struck by a vehicle Wednesday morning.

Officials say the collision happened just after 8:30 a.m. while the officer was directing traffic near Alston Middle School.

Troopers with the South Carolina Highway Patrol said a 2013 Hyundai struck the officer.

The officer was taken to an area hospital, but injuries do not appear to be serious.

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