Body found off Highway 74 near Hemet; family seeks answers
By The BriefBrief
The body of a 39-year-old Perris woman was found in a ditch off the side of Highway 74 near Hemet, and her family is demanding answers. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the death as a possible hit-and-run, while relatives question the circumstances and the location where she was discovered.
WHO:Jennifer Davenport Rios (victim’s sister); Caroline Davenport Rios (39-year-old Perris woman); California Highway Patrol; family members
WHAT:A woman’s body was found in a ditch off Highway 74 near Hemet; CHP is investigating as a possible hit-and-run and the family is seeking answers about the circumstances.
WHEN:Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 9:42 PM ET
WHERE:Los Angeles, CA
WHY:The California Highway Patrol is investigating the death as a possible hit-and-run.
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