Pedestrian killed in traffic collision in Rancho Mirage
Julia Castro
RANCHO MIRAGE, Calif. (KESQ) –A pedestrian was struck and killed in Rancho Mirage Sunday night, prompting an overnight investigation.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, deputies were dispatched to the area of Highway 111 and Dunes View Road at 10:27 p.m. for a report of a person underneath a vehicle suffering from major injuries.
Deputies learned the person was crossing Highway 111 outside of a crosswalk when he was struck by several vehicles. All involved drivers remained at the scene, and alcohol or drugs do not appear to be a factor for any of the involved drivers.
The pedestrian was transported to a local area hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. His identity has not been released.
The driver involved remained on site and was cooperative with the investigation. Authorities say drugs or alcohol do not appear to be factors in the collision.
As of Monday morning, traffic was moving normally through the area.
This is an ongoing investigation, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department. Stay with News Channel 3 for updates as more details become available.