Around 9:45 p.m., Sûreté du Québec police officers and paramedics were called to the scene of the accident across from 548 Route 255. A car and a moose were involved in the accident. confirmed Sergeant Stéphane Tremblay, spokesman for the Sûreté du Québec in an interview with Vingt55.
The driver, who was alone in the vehicle, called 911 himself after hitting the moose head-on says Sergeant Tremblay He was unable to get out of the damaged vehicle as the animal had done extensive damage and was using part of its carcass to block the door. The driver eventually managed to exit through the vehicle’s rear door, the SQ spokesman confirmed.
According to a witness, the young moose partially cleared the windshield before being ejected and thrown to the ground. It’s scary and deals significant damage. The driver was very lucky to see a citizen.
The driver was taken to the Drummondville Hospital Center with non-life-threatening injuries. confirmed Sergeant Stephane Tremblay. Despite the severity of the collision and the significant damage to the vehicle, the driver was treated for minor injuries and preventive care, the spokesman added.
The smugglers and authorities had to move the carcass aside while awaiting recovery by the Department of Transportation to clear Route 255.
Advice and information in the event of a collision with a moose
Unfortunately, being vigilant doesn’t rule out the possibility of an unfortunate encounter or collision with a moose or large animal, the CAA notes.
If a collision seems unavoidable, sound the horn and hold onto the steering wheel to stay on the road. After firmly applying the brakes, bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
The first thing to do is determine if anyone is injured and call emergency services if necessary. Even if all passengers are unharmed, contacting the police is imperative as the Highway Code dictates that any collision with an animal weighing more than 25 kg must be reported.
Responsible for the accident… despite you
In the event of a collision with an animal, the driver of the vehicle is automatically considered responsible. In the event of bodily injury, SAAQ is responsible for compensating the injured party, regardless of the driver’s liability.
However, the situation is completely different in the case of property damage that may have occurred to the vehicle. The latter are the responsibility of your private insurer, who will determine the compensation to be paid according to the insurance you have taken out.
Better to prevent
After a collision with an animal, drivers should contact their car insurance company as soon as possible. Insureds who only have liability insurance must pay all costs related to repairs. On the other hand, those who have collision protection insurance are better off as the insurer will pay for the repair or replacement of the damaged vehicle. However, you still have to pay the deductible specified in your insurance contract.
In order to avoid complications or a delay in the processing of your claim, it is essential that you send your insurer the number of the police report drawn up after the accident as well as the summary report (if available) and the contact details of your preferred workshop or bodybuilder, if any. Remember that your insurer must approve all repair costs before any mechanic or body shop will begin work.