Four Injured in Indio Car Crash

Two suffer major injuries, two more minor injuries in collision at Avenue 44 and Saguaro Gate

Mar. 15, 2026 at 12:03am

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Four people were transported to a local hospital after a car crash in Indio, California on Saturday afternoon. The collision between two vehicles occurred shortly before 1 p.m. at the intersection of Avenue 44 and Saguaro Gate, with two people sustaining major injuries and two more suffering minor injuries. The incident has been turned over to local law enforcement for further investigation.

Why it matters

Car crashes are a major public safety concern in the Coachella Valley, with Indio being one of the more accident-prone areas. This incident highlights the need for improved road safety measures and driver education to reduce the frequency and severity of collisions in the region.

The details

According to CalFire, the two-car collision occurred at the intersection of Avenue 44 and Saguaro Gate in Indio. Two people suffered major injuries requiring transport by ambulance, while another two people sustained minor injuries. The cause of the crash is still under investigation by local law enforcement.

  • The crash happened shortly before 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026.

The players

CalFire

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, which responded to the scene of the crash.

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What’s next

Local law enforcement will continue to investigate the cause of the crash and determine if any citations or charges will be filed.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of safe driving practices and infrastructure improvements to prevent serious car crashes in the Coachella Valley region.