Investigation underway after police driver hits pedestrian in Kings Cross

Investigations are underway after police officers responding to an incident in Sydney’s CBD struck a pedestrian in Kings Cross.

Police officers responding to an incident in Sydney’s CBD have struck a pedestrian en route in Kings Cross, sparking an internal investigation.

The hit happened about 3.10am on Saturday morning after emergency services were called to reports of a brawl in the city.

The police car was travelling along William St in Darlinghurst with lights and sirens, the police said on Sunday.

“Initial inquiries have led police to believe a pedestrian ran onto William Street at the same time and collided with the police vehicle,” the police said.

A pedestrian was struck by a police vehicle early on Saturday morning in Darlinghurst. Picture: NewsWire / Monique Harmer

“Officers assisted the 35-year-old man at the scene before the arrival of paramedics.”

Paramedics took the main to St Vincent’s Hospital where he remains in a stable condition.

“The driver of the police vehicle – a constable attached to Kings Cross Police Area Command – was treated at the scene for shock,” the police said.

“Investigations into the circumstances of the crash are underway.”