Albuquerque, NM – At Least One Hurt in Crash at Aztec & Cottonwood Rd

Albuquerque, NM (August 6, 2024) – At least one person sustained injuries in the aftermath of a car crash in the Albuquerque area on Monday, August 5. At around 5:52 p.m., the collision was reported at the corner of Aztec Road NE and Cottonwood Road NE. The extent and number of the related injuries have not yet been determined. 

Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized for further support. The area was temporarily closed while paramedics and local authorities were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local authorities are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.

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

New Mexico Car Wrecks

Car accidents can happen virtually at any time when driving. The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) reports that there is a vehicle accident in the state of New Mexico approximately every 12 minutes. Even more concerning is the fact that there are car accidents in the state that cause injuries about every 26 minutes on average. Every year, over 40,000 automobile collisions are reported in the Land of Enchantment, resulting in hundreds of fatalities and tens of thousands of injuries. Crash victims must be able to pursue a strong personal injury claim with the support of an efficient and unwavering attorney in the case of a serious collision.

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates understands that you could be dealing with serious injuries and damages after a crash. Our lawyers want to help in your recovery. Our team of Albuquerque personal injury lawyers has a proven track record of assisting injured parties all over New Mexico to pursue successful compensation claims. If you are ready to discuss your case with our competent attorneys, give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.