Albuquerque, NM - Major Injury Crash at Charleston St & Central Ave

Albuquerque, NM (October 5, 2024) - On Saturday, October 5, at least one person was hurt following a car accident in the Albuquerque area. The crash happened at the corner of Charleston Street NE and Central Avenue NE that morning around 1:49 a.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to aid to the involved parties. 

There were reported injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The injured parties were provided aid at the scene by attending medical personnel. Ambulances were available to transport the involved parties to a local hospital for further treatment. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the site and reopen the area to outside traffic. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery. 

Auto Accidents in New Mexico

Car crashes are the primary cause of fatalities and major injuries in the state of New Mexico, and it’s impossible to know when you’ll be hurt by a reckless driver. In 2022, there were 466 recorded fatal car crashes in the Land of Enchantment. About 36 percent of these collisions involved a driver who was intoxicated, for a total of 170 fatal collisions. With 143 recorded fatal crashes, Bernalillo County had the highest number of collisions in New Mexico that year. Statistics show that unrestrained passengers are often involved in these collisions. In fact, 180 individuals in the state died in car crashes that year because they were not buckled up. If a significant car accident causes unjustified harm to you or a loved one, you should be ready to pursue the necessary legal action to safeguard your rights by working closely with a trained accident lawyer. 

The reputable New Mexico law firm Will Ferguson & Associates is here to fight for your legal rights. If you are ready to discuss your case with our competent Albuquerque car accident lawyers, we are just a phone call away. Call us today at (505) 243-5566.