Albuquerque, NM – 12th St & Indian School Rd Injury Crash

Albuquerque, NM (August 8, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries in the aftermath of a serious car crash in the Albuquerque area on Wednesday, August 7. The collision took place at the corner of 12th Street NW and Indian School Road NW that evening, around 9:36 p.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties. 

At least one person involved in the accident was hurt, but the number and severity of the related damages have not yet been confirmed. The injured parties were later transferred to nearby hospitals by ambulance. No updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided. Local authorities advised nearby motorists to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are managing the ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision. 

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

Distracted Driving Accidents in New Mexico

Distracted driving is one of the primary factors contributing to catastrophic accidents across the nation. New Mexico has one of the highest rates of distracted driver crashes, according to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Driver distraction has been found to be just as dangerous as intoxication on the road. Most distracted driving victims are men under the age of 20, and human error is the primary cause of most auto accidents. Each year, distracted driving results in the deaths of over 3,000 individuals and hundreds of thousands of grave injuries. Almost 10 percent of the time, drivers who are distracted take their eyes off the road. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has years of experience helping injured people from all around New Mexico pursue successful personal injury claims. Please give our offices a call at (505) 243-5566 if you have any questions about your right to compensation after a serious car accident. Our team of Albuquerque personal injury lawyers is prepared to take on your case and fight for a fair recovery.