Child hit by car in East Austin

The Austin Police Department says a six-year-old girl is in critical condition after she was hit by a car. It happened in the area of East 12th and Angelina.

Officers say the child was struck as she ran across the street. She has been transported to the hospital.

The driver of the car that hit the child remained on scene.

Officers continue to investigate.

This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.