Two Killed, Three Injured in Palm Springs Shooting

Incident occurred early Saturday on North Indian Canyon Drive

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Palm Springs police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Saturday, February 28, leaving two people dead and three others injured. Officers responded around 12:30 a.m. to multiple 911 calls reporting a fight and gunfire in the 1900 block of North Indian Canyon Drive. Two adult victims were found suffering from gunshot wounds and later pronounced dead at the hospital, while three additional people sustained non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.

Why it matters

This tragic incident has shaken the Palm Springs community, raising concerns about public safety and the need for further investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The police department's resources were stretched thin due to the critical investigation, leading to the postponement of a scheduled community event.

The details

Preliminary information indicates a motorcycle club was hosting a private event at an industrial complex when an altercation broke out, leading to gunfire. Detectives spent much of the day and evening processing the scene, collecting evidence and securing vehicles believed to be connected to the incident. Investigators are still working to determine exactly what led to the shooting and who was involved.

  • The shooting occurred around 12:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
  • The Palm Springs Police Department's Behind the Badge Open House, scheduled for later that day, was postponed due to the critical investigation.

The players

Palm Springs Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

Andy Mills

The Palm Springs Police Chief, who announced the postponement of the Behind the Badge Open House due to the investigation.

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What they’re saying

“Because of the incident, the Palm Springs Police Department postponed its Behind the Badge Open House that had been scheduled for later that day. Police Chief Andy Mills said in a Facebook post that department resources were stretched due to the critical investigation.”

— Andy Mills, Palm Springs Police Chief (Facebook)

What’s next

Investigators are still working to determine exactly what led to the shooting and who was involved. The Palm Springs Police Department is asking anyone with information to contact them or submit anonymous tips.

The takeaway

This tragic shooting has highlighted the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between the community and law enforcement to address public safety concerns in Palm Springs. The postponement of the community event also underscores the strain on police resources during critical investigations.