Pedestrian Struck and Killed in Indio; Driver Being Sought

Indio, CA

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver in Indio today, and police sought the public’s help in capturing the motorist.

The man’s body was found around 6:30 a.m. near the intersection of Avenue 43 and Calhoun Street, said Indio police Sgt. Daniel Marshall.

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Authorities did not immediately release the name of the victim, who was between 20 and 30 years old. No suspect or vehicle description was available.

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Anyone with information on the incident was asked to call the Indio Police Department at (760) 391-4057.