The Henry County Sheriff’s Office responded to a single-vehicle crash involving a deer on Thursday, October 22, 2026.
According to the sheriff’s office, deputies received a report of the collision at approximately 6:40 a.m. The crash occurred at the intersection of River Road and Highway 218.
The investigation determined that 55-year-old Kristin Meyer-Anderson of Salem was traveling northbound on Highway 218 in a 2022 Toyota Tundra when a deer entered the roadway. The vehicle struck the deer, causing disabling damage.
No injuries were reported, and the vehicle was removed from the scene. The estimated cost of the damage was $9,000.
The Henry County Sheriff’s Office reminds drivers to remain alert for wildlife, particularly during the early morning and evening hours when deer are more active.
Source: Henry County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Richard McNamee.
