Man in Wheelchair Critically Injured in Cathedral City Hit-and-Run, Police Seek Your Help

A 68-year-old man in a wheelchair was struck by two vehicles early yesterday morning while crossing Date Palm Drive near Gerald Ford Drive in Cathedral City. The incident occurred around 3:30 a.m., with the first driver—believed to be in a white Toyota Sienna—fleeing the scene, and the second driver cooperating with police. The victim was taken to Desert Regional Medical Center in critical condition. Local witnesses say speeding at that intersection is common and express concern over pedestrian safety. Police are urging anyone with information about the hit-and-run to contact Investigator Albert Felix at: (760) 770-0343