Albuquerque, NM – 98th St & Central Ave Car Wreck Ends in Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (August 23, 2024) – On Thursday, August 22, there were confirmed injuries after a car accident in the Albuquerque area. The crash took place at around 5:18 p.m. at the corner of 98th Street NW and Central Avenue NW. The injured parties were provided aid by responding paramedics before being transferred to a local hospital for further treatment. 

At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the site of resulting debris and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials. 

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

New Mexico Car Crashes

We all know that the road can be a dangerous place, and car crashes contribute to a significant number of deaths and injuries. In a recent year, 387 traffic fatalities were reported in New Mexico, and the state continues to experience a large number of serious car accident injuries. The leading contributors to serious crashes in the state include driver distraction, speeding, and intoxication. You should be ready to protect your legal rights if someone else’s negligence causes you to sustain serious injuries, and that usually means working with a qualified lawyer to pursue a compensation claim. 

The legal process is often complicated, and it is common for crash victims to be unsure of what to do in order to pursue a full recovery. Will Ferguson & Associates’ legal team has a proven track record of helping clients achieve successful recoveries following a life-changing auto accident. We know the law and will work to ensure that the party accountable for your injury is held responsible for their actions. Our Albuquerque personal injury attorneys are here to answer any questions that you may have about your case during a free consultation. Call (505) 243-5566.