The Brief A Clayton County police officer was injured after being struck by a vehicle during a traffic stop Wednesday afternoon. Police confirmed the incident happened around 2:10 p.m. in the department's near Charles R. Drew High School. A FOX 5 viewer stated they saw a large law enforcement motorcade was spotted escorting emergency units toward Grady Memorial Hospital.



A Clayton County police officer was hospitalized Wednesday afternoon after being hit by a vehicle during a traffic stop, according to the department.

What we know:

According to the Clayton County Police Department, an officer was conducting a traffic stop around 2:10 p.m. when they were hit by a vehicle near the Charles R. Drew High School, which is near Garden Walk Boulevard in Riverdale.

Department officials confirmed over the phone that the officer sustained injuries in the crash.

Following the collision, witnesses reported seeing a large police escort accompanying emergency vehicles traveling toward Grady Memorial Hospital in downtown Atlanta.

FOX 5 news crews and SkyFOX are currently en route to the scene and the hospital.

What we don't know:

Authorities have not yet released the officer's name or the extent of their injuries.

Police have also not confirmed the exact intersection or roadway where the crash occurred, nor have they stated whether the driver who struck the officer remained on the scene or faces charges.

This story is developing. Check back for details. If you have additional information, pictures, or video email newstipsatlanta@fox.com.
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