Albuquerque, NM - Major Injuries in Collision at Vassar Dr & Lead Ave

Albuquerque, NM (February 2, 2025) - At least one person sustained injuries after a car crash in the Albuquerque area on Saturday, February 1. The accident occurred at the intersection of Vassar Drive SE and Lead Avenue SE early that morning around 9:56 a.m. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed.

Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring additional treatment were later transferred to local hospitals for further support. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks could remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. Local authorities are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident. More information will be released as the investigation progresses.

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

New Mexico Reckless Driving Crashes

Distracted driving has become common on New Mexico's roads and highways, and many drivers freely admit to engaging in risky behaviors like using a smartphone while operating a vehicle. With 61.6 distracted driving fatalities per million population, New Mexico has one of the highest rates of distracted-driving-related deaths. More than 40.75 percent of the collisions in the state involve a distracted driver on average. The state has one of the highest rates of drunk driving in addition to having the highest number of arrests related to alcohol. Every year in the United States, thousands of people lose their lives as a result of distracted driving. A skilled lawyer should assist you in pursuing a compelling personal injury lawsuit. This can help make sure your legal rights are protected at every stage of your case as you go up against a large insurance provider. 

You should not try to handle the complicated claims process on your own if you or a loved one is unfairly hurt by a negligent driver. A trained Albuquerque personal injury lawyer can fight to get the full value of your case. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you at every stage of your recovery. Contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 to get to work on your claim with our accomplished attorneys and begin your journey toward justice and fair compensation.