Houston crash: 2 officers injured after being struck by vehicle on East Freeway

HOUSTON - Two Houston Police Department Officers were taken to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle on Tuesday night. 

Details are limited, but the crash occurred at 12633 East Freeway at Federal, just after 8:15 p.m. 

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Authorities said the patrol officers were blocking traffic on the eastbound main lanes of the East Freeway for a stalled 18-wheeler. 

Officials said they were hit from behind. 

The two officers were taken by ambulance for basic neck and back injuries, nothing major, authorities said. 

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Officials believe the occupants of the other vehicle were not injured. 

An investigation is ongoing.