JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (KKTV) - Toopers are warning drivers in Colorado to remain vigilant after responding to a significant number of wildlife crashes over the weekend.

According to the Colorado State Patrol (CSP), from Nov. 14 through Nov. 16, troopers received 17 wildlife-related calls for service in the 1A-Golden Troop area in Clear Creek County and Jefferson County.

Here is a breakdown of the incidents each day:

Nov. 14:

1 Injured deer

1 Vehicle versus deer

Nov. 15:

6 separate Vehicle(s) versus deer

2 Deer complaints

1 Injured deer

1 Vehicle versus Elk

Nov. 16:

2 Separate vehicle(s) versus deer

1 Injured deer

2 Deer complaints

CSP said November is the peak rutting season for many wildlife species, as well as the peak month for wildlife-related crashes in Colorado. In 2

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