Driver found beaten and unconscious on 10 Freeway in Whitewater

Police are investigating after responding to a major hit and run traffic collision on the 10 Freeway that left one motorist unconscious.

The crash happened a little after midnight on Sunday. Officers responded to the crash and found an occupant of a vehicle involved in the collision was unconscious on the shoulder of the freeway, according to a news release. The victim not only sustained significant injuries from a traffic collision but it was also determined that the victim was assaulted resulting in additional wounds.

No other information was provided.

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is asking anyone with info about the crash to call Investigator Thomas at the Cabazon Station at (951) 922-7100.