Ben Woolf crash: American Horror Story actor 'in critical condition' after being hit by car

He was reportedly crossing a road in Hollywood when he was struck

Ben Woolf is reportedly in a critical condition (Getty Images)

American Horror Story actor Ben Woolf is reportedly in a critical condition after being hit by a car in Hollywood.

TMZ reports that Woolf, who is 4ft 4ins tall, was struck in the head by the mirror of the SUV as he crossed a road on Thursday evening.

Police told the website that the driver would not face prosecution because Woolf was “jaywalking” – an offence in the US for pedestrians who do not use crossings or give way to drivers.

Ben Woolf as Meep (left) in American Horror Story (Fox)

Woolf has played two characters in American Horror Story, which has been renewed for a fifth series because of its success.

In the first season he portrayed Infantata and in the most recent series – Freak Show – Woolf played Meep.

He is also known for parts in US television films including Haunting Charles Manson and Dead Kansas.

Woolf is reportedly in intensive care at a California hospital.