SOMERSET COUNTY — (WPXI) – A state trooper was hit by a vehicle in Somerset County. Somerset County District Attorney Molly Metzgar said the trooper was trying to help a disabled vehicle on Route 31 westbound when they were hit on Saturday. According to reports, the trooper suffered injuries to their head, leg and pelvis but has been released from the hospital. “This is a stark reminder of the dangers that our first responders face on a daily basis. I encourage everyone to life the trooper and his family up in their thoughts and prayers,” Metzgar said. Officials said the trooper still has “a long way to go” before returning to duty.