[02-06-2026] Riverside County, CA – Five Hospitalized After Six-Vehicle Crash on Gene Autry Trail in Palm Springs

Five people were transported to a hospital following a multi-vehicle crash in Palm Springs on Friday evening, February 6, 2026.

According to the Palm Springs Police Department, officers responded at around  5:54 p.m. to a collision involving six vehicles along Gene Autry Trail.

Police said five individuals were taken to a local hospital, with injuries reported to range from minor to moderate. 

Authorities also confirmed that one person was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in connection with the crash.

No additional details regarding the circumstances of the collision were immediately available.

The incident remains under investigation.

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