Too often people don't pay attention while driving and either hurt themselves or others around them. This was the case in Maryland when a driver failed to see a Police Officer directing traffic in a School zone and almost ran over a kid.

Despite the fact that he was wearing a bright orange parka, the officer was struck by the driver though he managed to get the kid out of the way.

Fortunately, Cpl. Annette Goodyear of the North East Police Department is expected to make a full recovery.

Check out the video of the event and let us know your thoughts: