[02-12-2026] Riverside County, CA – Bicyclist Killed in Crash With Vehicle in Cathedral City

A bicyclist was killed in a crash with a vehicle in Cathedral City on Thursday night, February 12, 2026. 

Authorities responded to the incident at around 10:55 p.m. at the intersection of Date Palm Drive and Ortega Road.

According to investigators, a vehicle traveling southbound on Date Palm Drive ran a red light and struck the bicyclist, who was traveling westbound through the crosswalk, also against a red light.

The bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver of the vehicle was taken to a nearby hospital with minor facial injuries. 

The identity of the victim will be released after the Coroner’s Office completes its investigation.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Cathedral City Police at (760) 770-0300.

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