Victim in Desert Hot Springs Fatal Shooting Identified

Desert Hot Springs, CA The Riverside County coroner’s office Tuesday identified 49-year-old Joseph Slaten of Desert Hot Springs as the victim of a fatal shooting in the city. Story: Driver Suspected of Killing Tour de Palm Springs Cyclist Had Suspended License, Multiple Speeding Violations Police responded at around 5:30 p.m. Wednesday to an address in the 12000 block of Avenida Alta Loma. Slaten was pronounced dead at the residence, the coroner said. Story: Man in Custody for Allegedly Burglarizing Palm Springs Home, Swimming in Neighboring Pool At least one other person was injured in the shooting, authorities said. Police have not identified a suspect.