Police are warning of an increase in Deer collisions on the county's road's after a number of incidents including in Whitby.
In the last two days North Yorkshire Police say their officers have sadly had to attend the aftermath of collisions resulting in the deaths of four deer - with incidents in Catterick, Whitby and Malton.
These collisions typically increase in spring time when young buck roe deer move to new territories.
As well as causing terrible suffering to the animal, these incidents can also put human lives at risk.
North Yorkshire Polcie have issued the following advice for drivers - particularly in rural parts of North Yorkshire and York - they say there are four important points to remember:
- Look out for deer warning road signs
- Stay alert, check your speed and be prepared to stop
- Take particular care from sunset to midnight, and the hours shortly before and after sunrise
- If you see a deer near a road, remain vigilant - others may follow
Officers say:
"If you hit a deer while driving, don’t get out and approach it - it may hurt you, or run across traffic causing another collision.
Instead, park your car in a safe place with hazard lights on and call the police on 101, giving as precise a location as you can. (Call 999 if the situation means lives could be at risk).
We'll deal with road safety issues and officers will be able to determine the best course of action for the animal if it is still alive."
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