Deer Strike Crash on State Route 49 East, Allegany Township
COUDERSPORT, Pa. — Pennsylvania State Police released a public information report detailing a single‑vehicle crash that occurred on State Route 49 East in Allegany Township, Potter County, on October 13, 2026 at approximately 7:42 p.m.
The driver, identified as Bo T. Risser, 38, a resident of Geneva, Pennsylvania, was operating a 2015 RAM 1500 when a deer entered the roadway. Risser struck the animal at the one‑o’clock position of his vehicle, then pulled over to a nearby turnout and reported the incident to the Coudersport State Police office.
According to the report, Risser was wearing a lap and shoulder belt and no injuries were sustained. Emergency medical services were not required, and the driver was not transported to a medical facility. The vehicle was deemed undrivable at the scene and was later towed by Kightlinger’s.
The investigation, conducted by State Police investigator Shane Miller, listed the primary violation as “Driving at Safe Speed” (code Ww 3361). No criminal charges were filed against the driver.
The Pennsylvania State Police noted that the information provided is preliminary and may be updated as the investigation continues.
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