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A 68-year-old man in a wheelchair was critically injured after being struck by two vehicles while crossing Date Palm Drive in Cathedral City early Tuesday morning, June 17, 2025.
According to the Cathedral City Police Department, officers were dispatched at approximately 3:26 a.m. after receiving multiple reports of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle near Gerald Ford Drive.
Responding officers found the man with multiple injuries and transported him to Desert Regional Medical Center, where he remained in critical condition.
Police said the man was attempting to cross Date Palm Drive outside of a crosswalk when he was struck by a white van traveling southbound. The driver of the van fled the scene without stopping. Moments later, a second southbound vehicle also struck the man as he lay in the roadway.
The driver of the second vehicle remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Authorities ruled out impairment as a factor in the second collision.
Based on security footage, investigators believe the first vehicle was a white Toyota Sienna, model years 2011 to 2020. A rendering of the suspect vehicle was released to the public.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
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