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DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Riverside County, Calif., Nov. 9, 2026 — A pedestrian died on Saturday night, November 7, after being struck by an SUV on Dillon Road near Newport Road, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The crash was reported in the evening on Dillon Road at its intersection with Newport Road. A silver Mercedes-Benz SUV was reportedly involved in the collision with the pedestrian. Lanes in both directions were affected immediately after the crash, with westbound lanes blocked and eastbound lanes later reopened with flares.
Paramedics responded to the scene along with Cal Fire personnel. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. A report of an animal also struck in the same incident appeared in dispatch records, though further details were not released.
The CHP said the vehicle involved in the crash was towed and held as evidence, and the coroner's office was notified to handle the case. No further information on the circumstances of the crash, including possible cause or fault, has been released. The investigation remains ongoing.
Our condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased.
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Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
Pedestrians generally have the right of way in marked and unmarked crosswalks once they have entered them, but drivers and walkers both share responsibility for watching traffic signals and road conditions before crossing or turning.
How can drivers reduce the risk of hitting someone on foot?
Slowing down near intersections, scanning both sides of the road before proceeding, and avoiding distractions like phones can help drivers spot pedestrians earlier, especially at night or in low-visibility areas.
What injuries are most common in pedestrian collisions?
Pedestrians struck by vehicles frequently suffer head trauma, broken bones, and internal injuries, since they have little protection compared to someone inside a car.
What usually causes pedestrian crashes?
Common factors include low visibility at night, drivers failing to yield at crossings, speeding, and pedestrians crossing outside of designated areas.
