New York City - It is being reported that Twilight star Robert Pattinson was hit by a taxi cab in New York.

The incident occured when the star was attempting to escape from a throng of screaming teenaged fans.

Luckily for Robert he was only clipped by the moving vehicle and not seriously hurt.

He is currently in New York shooting his latest movie, Remember Me.

He was attempting to cross the street to his trailor when he was mobbed by adoring fans.

His rep has stated that there will be no delay in the continued production of his latest movie as a result of his minor mishap.