20-Year-Old Man Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Crash near Indian Canyon Drive 

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA (August 14, 2024) – Friday night, Mason Poling was arrested after a fatal hit-and-run collision on Pierson Boulevard. 

First responders arrived to the scene around 9:50 p.m., near Indian Canyon Drive.

Several witnesses reported seeing a black Chevrolet Suburban heading north that struck a man who was walking in a south direction on the northbound lanes.

The Chevy driver then fled the scene without rendering aid or contacting police officers.

Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the 20-year-old man, from Desert Hot Springs, deceased at the scene.

Following preliminary duties, officers managed to locate and arrest the driver, identified as 20-year-old Mason Poling. Poling was booked into jail the next day for a suspected felony hit-and-run with a $75,000 bond. 

The Desert Hot Springs Police Department continues to investigate the pedestrian crash.

During this difficult time, the Sweet James team offers our deepest condolences to the loved ones of the deceased man.

At Sweet James, we recognize the profound emotional and financial toll such a tragedy can have. Our wrongful death attorneys are aware of the legal challenges that can arise in these situations, and we are here to assist you. Allow us to guide you through the legal process so you can concentrate on your family’s well-being. Contact us today at 1-844-363-7713 to schedule a free and confidential case evaluation.