Florida Coyote Survives 2 Broken Legs, Hitches Ride in Bumper Drama

Coyote Charlotte County deputies found a wild coyoteâdubbed Wile E.âfirmly wedged in a sedanâs front bumper after a 2-legged adventure, answering, âWhat happens if you hit a coyote?â and âDo animals survive car accidents?â Deputies quipped, âApparently anvils donât hurt, but vehicles do.â
Recounting the surreal rescue, Charlotte Countyâs Wile E. was extricated with expert help after callers asked, âWho do you call for stuck animals?â and âCan a coyote recover from broken legs?â The rescue team, unfazed by cartoon logic, confirmed, âNo roadrunners were located in the area.â
The coyote, sporting two fractured legs and a legendary new name, is expected to fully recoverâproving in Charlotte County, even wildlife can cheat physics and local headlines in one surreal road trip.