Motorcyclist dies after hitting deer on Birchwood Pike

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — A motorcyclist died after colliding with a deer on Birchwood Pike, according to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office.

A deputy patrolling Birchwood Pike saw the dead deer in the middle of the road just before midnight on Thursday, April 18.

The deputy then saw a motorcycle off the side of the roadway, with the rider nearby.

HCEMS then responded and first responders conducted life-saving efforts. However, HCSO said the motorcyclist died from their injuries.

The sheriff’s office determined the motorcycle rider was traveling north on Birchwood Pike and struck the deer.

Authorities are currently not releasing the identity of the motorcyclist until family is notified.