Palm Springs residents voice concerns over Vista Chino after fatal crash

Residents are raising concerns about high-speed traffic and poor lighting along Vista Chino following a fatal crash Sunday night that claimed the life of a 72-year-old man.

Local residents say the area is notorious for speeding and insufficient lighting, making it dangerous for pedestrians, particularly at night.

"There's a lot more traffic than ever coming through," Jaymes Green, Gene Autry NORG, said. "It's completely dark. It's actually risking your life just to be in a car, let alone being on foot." 

Green said neighbors are coming together to propose a solution.

"Put an intersection in here or at minimum, a light operated crosswalk for pedestrians. There's no way to cross from Farrell all the way down to Gene Autry Trail," Green said.

In a statement to News Channel 3, The City of Palm Springs said:

"That section of roadway is overseen by CalTrans ."

News Channel 3 reached out to California Department of Transportation and is waiting to hear back.

The Palm Springs Police Department have urged anyone with information about the crash to contact their traffic unit at 760-323-8125.