One person dead after crash involving semi truck on Highway 74 near Vista Point

One person was pronounced dead at the scene of a three-vehicle crash along Highway 74 near Vista Point in La Quinta.

The crash was reported at approximately 7:40 a.m.

California Highway Patrol records indicated that the big rig was traveling "downbound" shortly after 7:30 a.m. Thursday when it lost control and overturned.

CHP officer David Torres told City News Service that the big rig crashed into a Chevrolet Silverado traveling in the opposite direction, the driver of which was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to CAL FIRE, the semi-truck is blocking both lanes on the roadway. CHP closed Highway 74 for several hours, however, the road was reopened by 1:40 p.m.

Police are continuing to investigate the collision.

No other injuries were reported.

We have a crew at the scene working to gather more information. Stay with News Channel 3 for continuing updates.