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The latest Creve Coeur Police Activity Report is attached. 

Also, watch for deer on the roadway as we move into fall. Review this most recent media release from MoDot (click for full release):

JEFFERSON CITY – Fall has arrived, which means deer and other wild animals are on the move as temperatures cool and nights become longer. Most deer strikes with vehicles occur during October and November and between the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Missouri Department of Transportation reminds motorists to be prepared for the sudden appearance of wild animals on Missouri roadways throughout the fall months.

“Deer increase their movements during the breeding season, which begins in October and peaks in mid-November,” said Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) Deer Biologist Jason Isabelle. “Because of this, motorists should be especially cautious when driving this time of year.”

According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Missouri has consistently ranked 10th to 15th in the country for collisions involving deer each year. In 2023, Missouri drivers experienced 3,591 crashes involving deer. One deer strike occurred approximately every 2 hours and 30 minutes in the state. In these crashes, there were four fatalities and 420 people were injured.

Rural areas are not the only places where vehicle strikes occur. Deer are often in groups, even in populated areas.

Here are some tips for staying alert:

• Stay on guard after a close call or when you see a single deer, as there are likely more.
• To avoid hitting a deer, always be cautious and regularly scan both sides of the roadway.
• Watch for the reflection of deer eyes from vehicle headlights and slow down so you can more easily react to their presence.
• Never swerve to avoid animals in the road, as it can cause loss of vehicle control, resulting in serious injury or death.