PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) — A driver was rescued after a violent crash left their car overturned along Highway 111 in Palm Desert on Sunday night.

The crash happened around 8:30 p.m. near the intersection of Highway 111 and San Luis Rey, in front of the Tower Market.

One witness told News Channel 3 that they believe the car’s airbags likely saved the driver’s life.

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is investigating.

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