Albuquerque, NM – At Least One Hurt in Crash at Gibson Blvd & Maxwell Ave

Albuquerque, NM (September 11, 2024) – At least one person suffered injuries following a car crash in the Albuquerque area on Wednesday, September 11. The accident took place at the intersection of Gibson Boulevard SE and Maxwell Avenue SE at around 8:56 a.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties, and those requiring additional support were later hospitalized. 

At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The circumstances leading to the crash were not included in the initial reports. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be released as it continues. 

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

Car Accidents in New Mexico

More and more fatal accidents happen in New Mexico every year. The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) reports that there were 481 fatal crashes in the state in 2021, up from 398 in 2020. This is a rise of almost 20 percent, which should concern anyone who has to drive in the state. Every year, thousands more people get hurt in car accidents across New Mexico. Crash victims must be able to protect their legal rights by filing a claim for compensation with the help of an experienced lawyer. Most of the time, this is the only way to heal from a serious accident fully.

Our team of Albuquerque personal injury lawyers at Will Ferguson & Associates is well-known across the state, and you can trust that your case is in good hands when you work with our skilled legal team throughout your claim. We are here to answer questions that you may have during a free consultation. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.