Pedestrian killed in overnight collision in Desert Hot Springs

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) - A pedestrian was killed in a vehicle collision in Desert Hot Springs early Thursday morning.

According to police, the crash happened around midnight at the intersection of Pierson Boulevard and Western Avenue. Emergency crews responded to the scene, where the pedestrian was pronounced dead.

Pierson Boulevard was shut down for several hours, but the roadway has since reopened.

Authorities have not released details on what led up to the collision.

Stay with News Channel 3 for updates.