Investigation Continues Into Fatal Desert Hot Springs Shooting

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA — A man who was fatally shot was found inside a vehicle in Desert Hot Springs, authorities said Monday.

The shooting was reported shortly after 7:30 p.m. Sunday in the 66000 block of Avenida Cadena, according to the Desert Hot Springs Police Department.

Upon arrival, officers found the victim suffering from gunshot wounds, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity was withheld pending notification of next of kin.

The investigation was ongoing.

Anyone with information was asked to contact Det. Celia Romero at 760- 329-6411, or report tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 760-341-7867.