[01-12-2026] Riverside County, CA – Bicyclist Hospitalized with Major Injuries After Collision with Dodge Charger in Indio

A bicyclist was hospitalized with major injuries after being struck by a Dodge Charger near Indio on Monday morning, January 12, 2026.

According to California Highway Patrol Officer David Torres, the crash occurred shortly before 10:00 a.m. on Country Club Drive, east of Adams Street.

Authorities stated that the Dodge Charger was traveling eastbound in the No. 2 lane when it collided with the rear of the bicycle. The impact caused the male bicyclist, who was wearing a helmet, to be ejected and land on the pavement. He was transported to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs.

Drugs and alcohol are not suspected to be factors in the crash.

No further details were immediately available.

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