Man hit by police car in Elgin A PEDESTRIAN has been rushed to hospital after being knocked down by a Police car in Elgin. Pinefield Crescent in Elgin has been closed to traffic following the early morning collision. A spokesman for the Moray Division of Police Scotland said: "The incident, which took place at approximately 6.15 am on Monday involved a marked police vehicle. The male pedestrian, who is believed to be in his twenties, was taken to Dr Grays hospital in Elgin where he is being treated. The extent of his injuries are unknown at this stage. He added: "Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision to contact them on 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111." Pinefield Crescent reopened to traffic shortly after 11.30am. A Police Scotland spokesman said: "The pedestrian, a 21 year-old male, has been released from hospital where he was treated for a head injury."