Christopher Jones has been identified by authorities as the victim in an alleged hit-and-run bicycle accident that occurred July 3 in Desert Hot Springs. Mr. Jones was riding a bicycle at around 5:30 a.m. on Two Bunch Palms Trail in the vicinity of Cholla Drive. Authorities say that Mr. Jones, 43-years-old and a resident of Palm Springs, was struck by a Lexus IS250 sedan and that the driver did not stop or attempt to help Mr. Jones, leaving him. First-responders arrived but reported that the man had died at the scene. The Desert Hot Springs Police Department detectives is investigating and seeking witnesses.
We extend our deepest condolences to the friends and family of the victim this difficult time.
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