CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) — A Providence police officer suffered serious injuries after being struck by a car in Cranston Friday. The Cranston Police Department said the officer was struck while escorting a funeral procession through Cranston. A spokesperson for Providence Mayor Brett Smiley said the officer was transported to Rhode Island Hospital for treatment and the driver remained on scene. Cranston police are investigating the incident. Categories: News, Providence, Rhode Island