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Woman Dies After Rescue Deer Turns Aggressive
22 Nov, 2025
Summary
- A 64-year-old woman died after a deer she rescued attacked her.
- Deputies shot the deer to secure the scene and reach the victim.
- The victim was a passionate animal rescuer who had saved deer for 12 years.
A 64-year-old woman in Stewartsville, Ohio, lost her life after an unexpected attack by a male deer she was attempting to rehabilitate. Deputies arrived on the scene to find the woman trapped with the aggressive animal. Despite attempts by family members to intervene, law enforcement had to euthanize the deer to ensure safety and reach the victim.
Tragically, the woman succumbed to her injuries at the scene. She was known for her deep passion for animal rescue, having dedicated years to caring for injured deer. This incident highlights the inherent risks involved in rehabilitating wild animals, even for experienced rescuers.
Her daughter clarified that the deer was not the one her mother had rescued years ago, emphasizing her mother's awareness of the dangers. The incident occurred while the woman's husband was recovering from an injury, adding to the family's profound grief.
