Even at night, because I was paying attention, I saw the deer several seconds before I hit it. There is no way a duly attentive driver, driving with what should have been bright lights on in this context, would not have seen what he hit. He was either negligent or is lying. No other option is believable.
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Idk if you’ve ever lived out in the country, but tons of people report hitting a deer. It can really damage your car and you should probably report it for insurance purposes even if the damage is minor. Also, there may be a deer injured or dead on or near the road.