72-Year-Old Woman Pronounced Dead after Parking Lot Collision near Washington Street

PALM DESERT, CA (September 21, 2023) – Tuesday afternoon, a 2-car accident on Hovley Lane claimed the life of Connie Ramirez. 

Police responded to the crash around 2:50 p.m., near Washington Street in Palm Desert. 

Per reports, the driver of an eastbound vehicle struck a woman who was attempting to turn south into a parking lot. Due to the extent of injuries sustained, medics pronounced the female driver dead at the scene.

Meanwhile, the driver of the eastbound vehicle was transported to a hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. 

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department later identified the deceased victim as 72-year-old Ramirez, of Palm Desert.

Police do not suspect drugs and alcohol to be a factor in the incident. Those with additional information about the fatal two-vehicle crash are urged to contact Deputy Broughton at 760-836-1600. 

No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Connie Ramirez.

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