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Virginia ranks 9th in the nation for deer-vehicle collisions
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — According to a study by the Wildlife Center of Virginia, Virginia ranks ninth in the nation for deer-vehicle collisions.
Although West Virginia ranks number one in deer-vehicle collisions, Virginia falls eight places behind our neighboring state at nine.
These collisions are most common during November, October and December months, especially during dusk and dawn hours of 5 a.m. and 8 p.m. when deer are most active, per the Wildlife Center of Virginia.
The department says that deer whistles have not been proven effective when it comes to preventing collisions.
Here are some steps provided by the Virginia Department of Wildlife, that drivers can take if involved in a deer-vehicle related collision.
- Pull over, turn on hazards and shine the headlights onto the animal.
- Call 911
- Check passengers for injuries: even if there are no injuries shock can occur fast.
- If it’s cold, put on warmer clothing immediately — shock or fear increases the inability to ward off cold
- Avoid going near the deer as it may kick out of fear or pain, and can severely injury you. The deer may also be in a state of shock and can panic if touched or moved by a human.
- If the deer is blocking the road: use your hazard lights and headlights and keep your car stationary. Only attempt to move the animal if you are 100% certain that it is dead.
For more safety tips you can visit the Wildlife Center of Virginia’s website.
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GRAYSON COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — A man wanted in a North Carolina murder investigation was arrested in Grayson County, Virginia, on Friday, authorities said.
53-year-old Matthew Jared Vukmer was taken into custody without incident around 5:30 p.m. in the Little River section of the county, according to the Grayson County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies say that on Friday, around 2:30 p.m., a call came in from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office in North Carolina about a suspect wanted for first-degree murder who was possibly in the Little River area of Grayson County.
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Investigators say they immediately began preparing search warrants, and the sheriff’s office, along with the Virginia State Police, launched drones to survey and monitor the suspect’s activity.
Authorities said that after they determined the wanted individual, Vukmer, was at a location on Windwood Lane, deputies were sent to the address. Lt. Jody Poole and Deputy Adam Bolling then took Vukmer into custody without incident.
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Vukmer was charged with being a fugitive from justice and is being held at the New River Valley Regional Jail pending extradition to North Carolina to face murder charges, according to authorities.
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