I hit a deer last night. Actually, the thing ran into me while I was going 70 mph. I’m ok, just a couple light scratches on my arms/fingers. D”s car is a mess.
According to what the police said it went like this: The deer nicked the driver’s side headlight knocking it out, it spun around and slammed into the car above the tire and door, its head whacked the window caving it in and throwing glass all over me, it continued its trip down the side of the car and smashed in the gas cap area. The people who witnessed it said the person behind me hit it too.
Wow, never knew a deer can do so much. I am happy you are ok.
Comment by Deneil Merritt — October 7, 2009 @ 5:06 AM
Ouch! Hope you’re recovering from the stress of it! A moose once hit a friend’s car, and the damage was just as astonishing.
Comment by Lauren @ Hobo Mama — October 7, 2009 @ 11:06 AM
I’ve lived in Iowa my whole life and thought damage caused by deer was exaggerated. I have the unfortunate proof that it’s not. Thanks for your concern.
Comment by K — October 7, 2009 @ 11:28 AM
So glad you’re okay. It truly is amazing how much damage an animal can do to a vehicle. And vice versa, I guess…
Comment by Snowcatcher — October 7, 2009 @ 12:07 PM