Woman Killed, Man Seriously Injured in Desert Hot Springs Head-On Crash on Little Morongo Road near Dillon Road
Desert Hot Springs, California (September 22, 2021) – A woman was killed and a man was seriously injured late Tuesday night in a fiery head-on collision in Desert Hot Springs, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The deadly two-car wreck happened at around 10:46 p.m. Tuesday, September 21, on Little Morongo Road between Dillon Road and Two Bunch Palms.
A 20-year-old Desert Hot Springs woman was driving a 1999 Lexus GS 300 northbound on Little Morongo Road when she swerved into the opposite lane to pass another vehicle, the CHP said.
For unknown reasons, the Lexus collided head-on with a southbound Toyota Corolla driven by a man.
Head-On Collision on Little Morongo Road in Desert Hot Springs Kills 1, Injures 1
The driver of the Lexus was pronounced dead at the scene. Her name has not been disclosed pending notification of family.
The Toyota driver sustained major injuries and was taken to a hospital. His current condition was not immediately disclosed.
Alcohol and/or drugs were not considered factors in the collision, which remains under investigation.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it's not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.