San Bernardino County deputy hit by car during foot chase; driver sought

VICTORVILLE, Calif. (KABC) -- A San Bernardino County Sheriff's deputy was hospitalized after being hit by a car during a foot pursuit in Victorville on Saturday.

Officials say the deputy was conducting a check on two pedestrians when they attempted to run away. The deputy chased after them, but was struck by a vehicle near La Paz Drive and Pamela Street.

He was transported to a nearby hospital in stable condition.

The two men were detained, but the driver who struck the deputy remains outstanding.