Student Hit By Car At East Greenwich High School

EAST GREENWICH, RI — An East Greenwich High School student was hit by a car in the school parking lot during afternoon dismissal Monday, according to school officials.

Principal Kenneth Hopkins said first responders arrived quickly and provided immediate assistance. Emergency officials brought the student to the hospital for the treatment of minor injuries, Police Chief Col. Stephen Brown told WPRI 12.

"We are additionally thankful for the quick reactions and concern of our students, parents, school nurse, and staff to assist at the scene," Hopkins said in an email. "The concern on the part of the school community is noted, and is representative of the general care that Avengers have for each other."

Police said the incident remains under investigation, but they believe it was an accident.