Nicole Richie 'hurt in car accident'

Nicole Richie has been involved in a car accident in Los Angeles, according to reports.

The 28-year-old was driving on Wilshire Boulevard when she was reportedly rear-ended by a photographer who was allegedly driving without a license.

Speaking to The AP, a police officer said that Richie complained of pain but wanted to seek her own medical treatment so no ambulance was called.

Freelance photographer Edwardo Arrivebene, 29, was arrested on suspicion of driving without a license.

Richie has yet to comment.