Deer Collision on State Route 44 Near Whitney Creek Rd in Hebron Township
COUDERSPORT, Pa. — A single‑vehicle crash involving a 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek occurred on the evening of October 21, 2026 at approximately 7:24 p.m. while the vehicle was traveling south on State Route 44 in Hebron Township, Potter County. According to the Pennsylvania State Police public information release, a deer entered the roadway from the western side and was struck by the Subaru at the 2 o’clock position, causing disabling damage to the front end of the passenger side.
The driver, 31‑year‑old Kaylene [Last Name Unavailable], a resident of Couderport, was accompanied by two young passengers: a 1‑year‑old female child secured in a rear‑facing child safety seat and a 7‑year‑old male child using a booster seat. All three occupants were wearing seat belts at the time of the collision and none sustained injuries. No EMS transport was required.
The crash was documented under CAD case number 2026‑1340470. The scene was assisted by Kightlinger’s Towing and the Potter County Sheriff’s Office. No citations or criminal charges were issued, as the incident was classified as a wildlife‑related accident.
State Route 44 runs through a rural portion of Hebron Township, and deer‑related collisions are a known hazard in the area, especially during dusk hours. Motorists are reminded to remain vigilant for wildlife, particularly in wooded corridors adjacent to the roadway.
The Pennsylvania State Police will continue its investigation to determine any additional safety recommendations. The driver and passengers were released at the scene after the vehicle was towed.
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