Kevin Becerra dies in fatal Cathedral City car crash

Kevin Becerra dies in fatal Cathedral City car crash

Fatal Cathedral City car crash death of Kevin Becerra – Obituary

Kevin Becerra, 24, of Cathedral City, was killed early Sunday morning in a collision involving a juvenile driver suspected of driving under the influence, police confirmed.

The crash happened at around 1:16 a.m. near the intersection of Ramon Road and San Eljay Avenue. When officers arrived at the scene, they found Becerra’s Nissan sedan with extensive damage on the passenger side and a Chevy pickup truck with significant front-end damage.

Authorities determined that the juvenile behind the wheel of the pickup was under the influence at the time of the crash. The teen was taken into custody on suspicion of DUI. Due to his age, the suspect’s name has not been released.

Becerra was pronounced dead at the scene. The Riverside County Coroner’s Office later confirmed his identity.

Investigators are continuing to gather details surrounding the incident. Anyone with relevant information is urged to contact Cathedral City Police Traffic Investigator A. Felix at 760-770-0343 or via email at [email protected]. Tips may also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 760-341-STOP.