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UPDATE: Unborn child killed in Desert Hot Springs crash

UPDATE 2/15/26 9:40 p.m.

California Highway Patrol is now identifying the person killed in the crash as the unborn child of a pregnant woman involved in the collision.

Officials say the pregnant woman was transported to a hospital where the fetus was pronounced dead.

This is a developing story. Stick with News Channel 3 for the latest.

Update 2/15/26 7:48 p.m.

The California Highway Patrol is now reporting the crash as a fatality.


Original Report:

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) - Two people were hospitalized in serious condition following a head-on collision Sunday evening at the intersection of North Indian Canyon Drive and Pierson Boulevard.

The crash occurred around 4:56 p.m. when a white Honda and a gray Lexus collided.

Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, and all lanes were reopened by 6:18 p.m.

Authorities say drugs and alcohol are not suspected to be factors in the crash.

Officials continue to investigate the cause of the collision, stay with News Channel 3 for further developments.

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