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New Hampshire Police Issue Warning After Driver Hits And Kills Moose

CARROLL, N.H. (CBS) – Police in New Hampshire issued a warning to drivers after a man slammed into a moose and killed it early Monday morning.

It happened around 12:30 a.m. on Route 302 East in Carroll, a town in the state's Twin Mountain region.

Carroll Moose Crash
A car was damaged after hitting a moose in Carroll, N.H. (Image Credit: Carroll Police)

Though the moose left significant damage to the car's windshield, the man only suffered cuts on his arm and head from the glass.

"We can't stress it enough, be vigilant when driving at night! Reduce your speed, stay alert, constantly scan the roadway, use your high beams when you can, and wear your seatbelt!" Carroll Police posted.

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