Sunday, November 26, 2006
Deer crashes into Delone High School
Deer shot after crashing through school window
Associated Press
McSHERRYSTOWN, Pa. - A deer crashed through a window at a high school while class was in session and landed in an empty hallway, where authorities killed it because of its injuries.
The 150-pound doe broke through the window next to the gym at Delone Catholic High School in McSherrystown, about 35 miles south of Harrisburg, late Monday morning.
"I heard it," said guidance counselor Christopher Cline, whose office is nearby. "When I came out, she was flopping around and struggling to get up."
Police Chief D. Michael Vial, after consulting with the Pennsylvania Game Commission, fatally shot the animal. He said it had a broken leg.
"When a deer is hurt like that, there's no hope for it," he said. "It was the right thing to do."
That type of incident is not uncommon during deer mating season, said Wildlife Conservation Officer Darren David of the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
Principal Maureen Thiec said at least three deer have crashed through the school's windows in recent years.
"I think they might want to put Plexiglas up," Thiec said.
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OK, I've received some interesting comments about this one.
From criticism to jokes.
About Criticism: I know that a wounded animal is dangerous to handle or move, and with the Game Commission hours away (and the resolution the same), the Game Commision advised the action at the scene. The Chief absolutely did the right thing. See: "after consulting with the Pennsylvania Game Commission"
About Jokes: No, McSherrystown isn't full of rednecks. Or hillbillies (although I'm half hillbilly!). If anything, McSherrystown is becoming more and more urban (density > 5,000/sq. mi.) and the wildlife in the surrounding area that is getting developed is losing it's habitat. I also appreciate the suggestion that the Mayor should have swooped in in Rambo gear and saved the day for a re-election photo op, but I'm more of a nerd, and haven't passed a hunter safety course yet.
In all seriousness, as this happened three times over the past few years, this is a local issue most likely tied to the opening of archery season. Thankfully the hall was vacant.
I hope Delone can have more luck in the future and can avoid similar occurances, and if they occur, there isn't any injuries.
Associated Press
McSHERRYSTOWN, Pa. - A deer crashed through a window at a high school while class was in session and landed in an empty hallway, where authorities killed it because of its injuries.
The 150-pound doe broke through the window next to the gym at Delone Catholic High School in McSherrystown, about 35 miles south of Harrisburg, late Monday morning.
"I heard it," said guidance counselor Christopher Cline, whose office is nearby. "When I came out, she was flopping around and struggling to get up."
Police Chief D. Michael Vial, after consulting with the Pennsylvania Game Commission, fatally shot the animal. He said it had a broken leg.
"When a deer is hurt like that, there's no hope for it," he said. "It was the right thing to do."
That type of incident is not uncommon during deer mating season, said Wildlife Conservation Officer Darren David of the Pennsylvania Game Commission.
Principal Maureen Thiec said at least three deer have crashed through the school's windows in recent years.
"I think they might want to put Plexiglas up," Thiec said.
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OK, I've received some interesting comments about this one.
From criticism to jokes.
About Criticism: I know that a wounded animal is dangerous to handle or move, and with the Game Commission hours away (and the resolution the same), the Game Commision advised the action at the scene. The Chief absolutely did the right thing. See: "after consulting with the Pennsylvania Game Commission"
About Jokes: No, McSherrystown isn't full of rednecks. Or hillbillies (although I'm half hillbilly!). If anything, McSherrystown is becoming more and more urban (density > 5,000/sq. mi.) and the wildlife in the surrounding area that is getting developed is losing it's habitat. I also appreciate the suggestion that the Mayor should have swooped in in Rambo gear and saved the day for a re-election photo op, but I'm more of a nerd, and haven't passed a hunter safety course yet.
In all seriousness, as this happened three times over the past few years, this is a local issue most likely tied to the opening of archery season. Thankfully the hall was vacant.
I hope Delone can have more luck in the future and can avoid similar occurances, and if they occur, there isn't any injuries.
