Homicide Investigation Underway in Cathedral City

Cathedral City Police investigating homicide

CATHEDRAL CITY — A man is dead this morning following a report of an assault in the 68800 block of Ramon Road shortly before 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 23. A homicide investigation is underway.

Cathedral City Police Department (CCPD) officers were dispatched to the 68800 block of Ramon Road regarding an assault victim, according to Sgt. Heather Olsen. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male on the sidewalk with major injuries. The Cathedral City Fire Department responded to the scene and provided life-saving measures.

The male was transported to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The identity of the male is being withheld at this time.

The scene was secured and at this time, Cathedral City Police Detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident as a homicide.

Cathedral City Police Department Detectives are actively working leads in this case, however, the Police Department is asking for assistance from the community. If you have information related to this incident or believe you may have information, please contact Cathedral City Police Detectives at 760-770-0300, Detective Sergeant Rick Sanchez at 760-202-2488 or via the Cathedral City Police Department website at: cathedralcitypolice.com.

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