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Heard on: Mitchell Regional Public Safety · 1/16/2026 05:37 AM
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We just got a call about a deer in the middle of the road on SD Highway 44, about half a mile west of Parkston.
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It's still alive and right in the middle of the road.
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Deer blocks traffic on Highway 44 near Parkston

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As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies received a call about a live deer in the middle of Highway 44 near Parkston, posing a potential road hazard. The animal appeared to have been struck by a vehicle but was still alive. Law enforcement was dispatched to manage the situation and ensure roadway safety.

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SD-44, Parkston, SD
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