Man killed in pedestrian crash in Indio
Athena Jreij
INDIO, Calif. (KESQ) — One man is dead after being struck by a pickup truck near the I-10 freeway in Indio Saturday afternoon.
Officials say the victim was hit by oncoming traffic, while crossing the westbound on-ramp at Monroe Street.
Deputies say the truck’s left front struck the man causing multiple injuries.
The victim died on scene despite life-saving measures.
The crash remains under investigation. No word yet if drugs or alcohol were a factor.