Fatal Traffic Collision 

May 26, 2024 – Riverside County Sheriff's Office officials report that on May 24, 2024, at 5:59 a.m., deputies from the Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station responded to the report of a single-vehicle traffic collision at the intersection of Painters Path and Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert. Upon arrival, deputies found the driver of the vehicle suffered major injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The passenger, who also suffered major injuries, was transported to a local area hospital, where they later succumbed to their injuries.

The Palm Desert Traffic Team responded to the scene and assumed the investigation. Evidence located at the scene indicated the driver of the vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed, westbound on Fred Waring Drive. It did not stop at the intersection of Painters Path before colliding with a brick wall. Further evidence at the scene indicated drugs/alcohol are likely a factor in this collision.

The identity of the victims is being withheld pending next of kin notification.

The traffic collision investigation required the temporary closure of Fred Waring Drive and Painters Path. The roadway has been reopened.

This is an ongoing investigation, and no additional details are available. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to call Deputy Paul Abrego at the Palm Desert Sheriff’s Station at 760-836-1600.

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Reporting Deputy: Sergeant Don Olson

File # T241450011

Source: Riverside County Sheriff's Office