Coroner IDs Cathedral City man killed in suspected DUI crash on I-10 near Whitewater

Update 3/20/25

The coroner's office identified the man killed in the crash as Christopher Rodriguez, 28, of Cathedral City.

There is no word on the status of the man arrested. Last week, CHP said he remained hospitalized. We've reached out to the agency for an update.

Origianl Report 3/12/25

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) - A 25-year-old was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence following a deadly crash early Wednesday morning on Interstate 10 near Whitewater.

The crash was reported at around 2:20 a.m. on the I-10 and State Route 62.

According to the California Highway Patrol, a Honda Civic overturned, killing the passenger, identified only as a 28-year-old man from Cathedral City.

The driver of the Honda, a 25-year-old man from Indio, was transported to the hospital, where he was later arrested. Police said the man remains hospitalized.

CHP officials said the crash remains under investigation. Stay with News Channel 3 for any updates.