CENTER CITY - Authorities say a Philadelphia police officer was struck by a car Saturday night in Center City.
According to police, the incident happened on 7th Street and Chestnut Street just after 10 p.m. Police say the officer was riding a bike towards a group of suspected looters when the vehicle struck the officer and sped off. MORE: Officers, civilians hurt after a day of protests, riots, looting in Philadelphia The officer was taken to Jefferson Hospital in stable condition.
Police say the officer sustained a broken arm and other injuries. No word on the description of the vehicle at this time. ___ Advertisement For the latest local news, sports and weather, download the FOX 29 News app. DOWNLOAD: FOX 29 NEWS APP