24-Year-Old Woman Fatally Struck in Pedestrian Collision near Mission Lakes Boulevard

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA (October 19, 2022) – Early Saturday morning, Sierra Forst was killed in a pedestrian crash on Indian Canyon Drive.

Police responded to the scene around 4:00 a.m., just north of Mission Lake Boulevard.

According to reports, Forst was standing in the middle of the road when the driver of a green Chrysler swerved in attempt to avoid her, and still hit the pedestrian.

The impact of the collision left Forst with serious injuries. Meanwhile, the 41-year-old driver pulled over and dialed 911.

When first responders arrived, they pronounced 24-year-old Sierra Forst of Desert Hot Springs dead at the scene.

Meanwhile, the driver of the Chrysler, a 41-year-old resident of Cathedral City, suffered minor injuries.

Our law firm sends out our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of Sierra Forst who are grieving over the loss of their loved one. May the memories of Sierra give you comfort in the difficult days ahead.

It is important to have strong legal representation on your side when losing a loved one in a pedestrian accident. Reach out to the wrongful death lawyers at Sweet James today. With 20 years of experience in the field, we know what it takes to help you win your case. Our team understands that nothing can alleviate the emotional pain of a death of a loved one, but we can help you seek justice and compensation. Call us at (800) 975-3435 for a free and confidential case evaluation. You can reach us 24 hours a day and 7 days a week through email, text, and online chat.