Crossing guard hit by car in SW Philadelphia

SOUTHWEST PHILADELPHIA - October 11, 2012 (WPVI) -- A crossing guard was hit by a car on Thursday morning in Southwest Philadelphia.

The accident occurred at 78th Street and Buist Avenue at 7:54 a.m.

Police say the driver stopped at the scene and told them she didn't see the female crossing guard because the sun was in her eyes.

The crossing guard is in stable condition at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania.

There was no word yet on if the driver would be charged.

The names of those involved have not been released.

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