Vehicle strikes raccoon on Highway 61, Jackson County IA
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TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, a driver struck a raccoon on Highway 61 just south of 215th Street. The vehicle may have a coolant leak, and no injuries were reported. The driver remained on the scene with hazard lights on.
Audio|Heard on: Maquoketa Area Public Safety
Listen to dispatch call
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Transcript:
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399, can you head north on 61? I have a report of a subject just south of 215th Street on 61 southbound who hit a raccoon.
00:12
He believes it sounds like maybe his coolant is draining out.
00:16
No injuries.
00:18
He's got his flashers on.
00:20
He hit a raccoon he thinks and pulled off the highway.
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It was...
00:25
A little difficult to understand with his accent.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
215th St, Iowa 52054
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