Another motorcyclist killed in collision with deer in Lehigh County – NBC10 Philadelphia

For the second time in less than 24 hours, a motorcyclist has died after colliding with a deer in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, police said.

According to Pennsylvania State Police, the incident occurred on Wednesday, October 2 around 5:20 a.m. in the area of ​​State Route 100 near Windy Road in Lowhill Township.

Police said a man, now identified as Donald E. Guldin, 57, of Lower Macungie Township, was riding a 2022 Harley Davidson motorcycle and was fatally injured after colliding with a deer.

Lehigh County Corners Officer said the cause of death was blunt force trauma to the head.

During the investigation, police said northbound State Route 100 was closed, but has since reopened to traffic.

This incident comes just one day after another man, now identified as Frederick R. Brauchle III, 64, of Heidelberg Township, was killed after striking a deer in Washington Township.

According to AAA, Pennsylvania drivers should be extra vigilant during the fall season because October through December marks deer mating season.

Animals are active and likely to dart into the road, increasing the risk of a costly and potentially fatal collision.

According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, during the 10-year period from 2013 to 2022, nearly 1,900 people nationwide were killed in crashes involving animals, including 113 in Pennsylvania.

PennDOT Deer Crash Data for 2023

“Safety is the number one priority, so above all else, AAA encourages motorists to adjust their driving behaviors to avoid a collision with a deer,” said Jana Tidwell, spokesperson for AAA Mid-Atlantic. “Repairs for accidents involving animals are covered by comprehensive insurance, so drivers should speak to their insurer to understand and, if necessary, adjust their coverage, as even minor collisions will likely result in significant expenses.”