Seasonal conditions and reduced visibility at night can make unexpected road hazards, such as animals, appear with little warning. UK police have shared guidance regarding what drivers must legally do after hitting an animal on the road. According to official advice via Ask The Police, accidentally hitting an animal is not automatically a crime, but failing to report specific animals by law is an offense. Animals covered under legislation include dogs, goats, horses, cattle, asses, mules, sheep, and pigs. If a driver hits any of these, reporting the incident to police is mandatory. For other animals not listed in the legislation, contacting local authorities to remove the remains is still recommended. Authorities also emphasize that badgers are specially protected, meaning possessing a dead or live badger without proper authority is an offense; drivers should leave them at the roadside. If anyone is injured or the road is blocked, motorists must dial 999 immediately. Otherwise, non-emergency incidents involving listed animals should be reported via 101. Drivers are strongly advised not to approach injured wildlife or attempt to remove protected animals themselves, and can contact organizations like the RSPCA for further assistance. Fuente: walesonline.co.uk
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