Houston crime: HPD officer hit by AT&T van while on duty

A Houston Police Department traffic enforcement officer was struck by an AT&T van while outside his patrol vehicle on Wednesday afternoon. 

The incident happened on the service road of South Loop West at 9501 Timberside.

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The officer, who was trying to flag down a motorist at the time, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a hospital, where he is reported to be in stable condition.

The incident is currently under investigation by the Houston Police Department's Vehicle Crimes Division. 

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Further details, including the officer's identity and additional circumstances surrounding the collision, are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.