East Sussex drivers are being urged to be “deer aware” this spring as road collision risks rise in April and May during deer birthing season.

The deer were located a short distance away from a sign warning drivers of livestock in the area. The police force asked drivers to lower their speed slightly in order to avoid these collisions.

The council has advised drivers to slow down, stay alert, and be prepared to stop when they see a warning sign or are travelling ... 74,000 collisions with deer in the UK every year and the ...