Albuquerque, NM – At Least One Hurt in Crash at Candelaria Rd & San Mateo Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (December 16, 2024) – At least one person was hurt after a car wreck in the Albuquerque area on Sunday, December 15. The collision occurred at around 5:02 p.m. at the crossing of Candelaria Road NE and San Mateo Boulevard NE. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the related damages have not been confirmed. 

The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel. Those requiring further support were later hospitalized by ambulance. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews worked to clear the scene. Tow trucks were dispatched to remove the resulting debris and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. 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 Accidents

New Mexico is home to some of the worst drivers in the nation, and it may be no surprise that Albuquerque motorists are some of the worst in the state. This could be why the state has a particularly high rate of serious car accidents compared to the national average. A car crash is reported every 27 minutes in Bernalillo County, with more than 19,000 car accidents taking place in the city each year. Hundreds are killed and thousands injured in New Mexico car wrecks each year. If you or someone close to you is hurt in a serious collision, you need to be able to pursue a strong claim for compensation with the help of a trained attorney. 

The team of personal injury attorneys at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to guide you through the challenging legal process if you are hurt in a car accident. Your recovery should never be left up to chance. Our Albuquerque personal injury lawyers are available to assist you in defending your legal rights and ensuring that the at-fault party is held responsible. Contact our law offices at (505) 243-5566 to speak with a sympathetic and caring attorney.