Uber Driver’s Car Totaled After Bear Collision on I-75Uber Driver’s Car Totaled After Bear Collision on I-75 An Uber driver had a harrowing experience in Catoosa County, Georgia, when their car was totaled in a collision with a black bear in the middle of Interstate 75. According to the driver, they were traveling north on the interstate around 11:30 p.m. when a large black bear suddenly darted onto the roadway. Despite the driver’s attempts to avoid the animal, it collided with the front of their vehicle. The impact was substantial, causing the driver’s car to become disabled. The bear also suffered injuries and was found dead at the scene. Emergency responders were called to the scene and transported the driver to a local hospital for treatment of minor injuries. The car was towed away as a total loss. Authorities are investigating the incident and have cautioned drivers to be aware of wildlife activity on roadways, especially during the evening and early morning hours when animals are most active. Catoosa County is home to a significant black bear population, and collisions between vehicles and bears are not uncommon in the area. Drivers are urged to use caution when traveling through the county, particularly in wooded areas. Despite the severity of the collision, the Uber driver expressed relief that they were not more seriously injured. They thanked first responders for their assistance and commended authorities for their efforts to protect wildlife in the area.
Uber driver’s car totaled after collision with bear in middle of I-75 in Catoosa CountyWSB-Atlanta
