Shocking Deer Crash Caught on Video in Provo

Bystander captures dramatic moment deer collides with car, sent flying into the air

Apr. 18, 2026 at 9:22pm

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An abstract, softly focused image depicting the blurred outline of a deer mid-leap against a backdrop of warm, hazy city lights, conveying the sudden and shocking nature of the collision.A dramatic wildlife encounter captured in a dreamlike, impressionistic moment, highlighting the unpredictable dangers drivers can face on the road.Provo Today

A deer suddenly ran out in front of a driver's car in Provo, Utah, colliding with the vehicle and being sent flying into the air. The dramatic incident was caught on video by a bystander, Ashlyn Archibald, who was walking nearby. The driver, Kadence Terry, suffered minor injuries but her car was totaled in the crash. The deer unfortunately did not survive after being struck a second time by another vehicle.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers drivers face from unpredictable wildlife encounters, especially as daylight saving time ends and deer become more active at night. It also showcases the importance of being alert and prepared to react quickly when driving, as well as the value of having dashcam or bystander video to document these types of rare but impactful events.

The details

On Sunday night in Provo, Utah, Kadence Terry was driving down 2150 N 900 E when a deer suddenly ran out in front of her car. The deer collided with Terry's vehicle, shattering the sunroof and causing major damage. The impact sent the deer flying through the air. Bystander Ashlyn Archibald, who was on an evening walk, captured the dramatic crash on video. Terry only suffered minor injuries, including a cut on her leg and some nerve damage in her arm from gripping the steering wheel. However, her car was completely totaled. The deer initially got up and walked away, but was then struck by another vehicle and died at the scene.

  • On Sunday night (April 16, 2026), the crash occurred around 9 pm.

The players

Kadence Terry

The driver whose car collided with the deer, suffering minor injuries but major vehicle damage.

Ashlyn Archibald

A bystander who was walking nearby and captured the dramatic crash on video.

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What they’re saying

“Within two seconds I went from thinking, the deer is going to hit the car, to the deer is going to hit me. It went above my head and soared to the end of the corner.”

— Ashlyn Archibald, Bystander

What’s next

The Utah Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) said they are sending someone to pick up the deceased deer from the scene.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a sobering reminder for drivers to remain alert, especially at night and during times of increased deer activity. While wildlife collisions can be unpredictable, having the right reflexes and being prepared to react quickly can help minimize the damage and injuries sustained.