Fawn Stuck In Car For 30 Miles Rescued By Franklin Officers

FRANKLIN, NJ — Despite a heroic rescue by animal control officers, a fawn died of injuries sustained after getting stuck in a car and driven from Franklin to Morristown.

The fawn was hit by a Hyundai Sonata on Interstate 287 in Morristown and the driver didn't know it was there until she got to the Somerset section of Franklin Township, said Rick Hagedorn, one of the Franklin Animal Control Officers who helped pull the fawn free.

Lt. Philip Rizzo said the driver had stopped at a convenience store on Easton Avenue when she heard the fawn crying and called police.

Hagedorn and Lacey Fox both worked to rescue the fawn that was stuck in the front bumper of the car.

Despite the efforts of Hagedorn and Fox, the fawn was unable to be saved as both back legs were shattered.

"While this is not the news we were hoping to pass along, we are very proud of our entire staff at the Franklin Township Animal Shelter," Franklin Township Police Department posted. "We are lucky to have such a dedicated and compassionate staff. These amazing professionals tirelessly work to provide the highest level of care for all animals within the Township."

Watch the rescue below:

(Image and video via Rick Hagedorn with permission)

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