Crime & Safety
60-Year-Old Driver Arrested for DUI in Palm Desert Crash
Police say the 60-year-old woman is suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and slamming into another car.
A 60-year-old Cathedral City woman was arrested on suspicioun of driving drunk following a Thursday night crash in Palm Desert, sheriff's officials report.
Sergeant Patrick Carroll says Dolores Ramirez was driving a Jeep Cherokee on Highway 111 near the Westfield Mall at around 6:30 p.m. when the crash happened.
"The investigation determined a Jeep Cherokee was traveling westbound on Hwy 111 approaching Town Center," Carroll said. "The driver of the Jeep Cherokee failed to stop in time for the signaled red light, striking a stopped Honda Crossover."
Find out what's happening in Palm Desertwith free, real-time updates from Patch.
No other cars were hit in the intersection.
"No injuries were sustained and it is believed that alcohol consumption was a factor in this collision," the sergeant said.
Find out what's happening in Palm Desertwith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here
