By Crash News Writer 
Hutto, TX (August 15, 2025) — A child was injured Wednesday evening in Hutto after being struck by a marked police patrol car, according to local authorities.
According to reports, the incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. on August 14 along Limmer Loop, just west of Ed Schmidt Boulevard. The Hutto Police Department confirmed that one of their officers, driving a department-issued patrol vehicle, was involved in the auto-pedestrian crash.
Investigators stated that the child, an elementary school student, was attempting to cross Limmer Loop from a convenience store driveway. Traffic was backed up at the time, and the child reportedly ran between stopped vehicles, making them difficult to see for westbound traffic.
The child was struck by the patrol car and was promptly treated by emergency responders. The extent of the child’s injuries has not been made public.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
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This article is based on early information provided by law enforcement and may be updated as new facts emerge.
- The identity of the child has not been released, and their current medical condition has not been publicly disclosed.
- The Hutto Police Department is continuing to investigate the crash and review any contributing factors.
- For updates on traffic conditions or community safety announcements in the Hutto area, refer to official city channels or public safety alerts.
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