Pedestrian Crash near Alamo Drive Leads to Arrest of 31-Year-Old High School Football Coach

PALM DESERT, CA (March 7, 2023) – Saturday evening, police arrested 31-year-old Cameron Curtis after a fatal DUI Crash on Calliandra Street. 

The collision occurred around 6:09 p.m. near Alamo Drive in Palm Desert. 

According to the investigators, a gray Nissan Frontier going east of Calliandra struck a female pedestrian walking in the area. 

Unfortunately, responding medical personnel pronounced the victim dead at the scene. However, the authorities have not revealed her identity until they notify the next of kin.

Meanwhile, officers detained the driver, Cameron Curtis, and booked him in John Benoit Detention Center for suspected DUI and manslaughter. 

The Desert Sands Unified School District confirmed that Curtis was an employee of the district and coached the 2022 Palm Desert High School varsity football team.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is encouraged to contact the sheriff’s Palm Desert station at 760-836-1600.

In this sorrowful time, the Sweet James team would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of the victim.

Losing a loved one in a pedestrian crash can have devastating effects on the emotional and financial well-being of those left behind. Let the wrongful death attorneys at Sweet James help you during this trying time. With 20 years of experience in the field, we know what it takes to help you win your case. All of us at Sweet James strongly believe each client’s case is unique and deserves full individual attention. We will fight to achieve the justice and compensation that you and your family deserve. Call us today at (800) 975-3435 for a free and confidential case evaluation. We are available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week through email, text, and online chat.