Albuquerque, NM – Bicyclist Killed in Hit-and-Run on Carlisle Blvd & Claremont Ave

Albuquerque, NM (May 12, 2026) – A bicyclist died after being seriously injured in a hit-and-run crash on Monday, May 11, in northeast Albuquerque.

The crash happened around 7:40 a.m. near Carlisle Boulevard Northeast and Claremont Avenue Northeast. Authorities reported that Gilbert Nunez-Guzman was driving east on Claremont Avenue Northeast when he attempted to turn left onto Carlisle Boulevard Northeast.

As Nunez-Guzman made the turn, he struck a bicyclist who was traveling west through the intersection on Claremont Avenue Northeast.

Emergency units responded after receiving reports of the crash. Paramedics provided medical attention before transporting the bicyclist to a nearby hospital with serious injuries.

Authorities later confirmed that the bicyclist died from his injuries. Officials have identified him only as an adult man.

Nunez-Guzman fled the scene after the crash. Officials arrested him later that day and charged him with leaving the scene of an accident and tampering with evidence.

Authorities continue to investigate the fatal hit-and-run crash.

We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the bicyclist who lost his life.

Compensation Available After a Fatal Bicycle Crash in Albuquerque

After a fatal bicycle crash in Albuquerque, families may seek compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, lost income, loss of companionship, and pain before death. The amount available depends on the crash facts and the family’s relationship to the bicyclist. Filing early can help protect the family’s options.

If the bicyclist received emergency treatment before passing away, those medical costs may become part of a wrongful death claim. Ambulance transport, hospital care, imaging, and lifesaving treatment can all factor into the claim. Families should keep billing statements and records connected to that care.

Funeral and burial expenses can create immediate financial pressure, families may include those costs in a wrongful death claim. These expenses often arrive before relatives have time to process the loss. Keeping receipts and payment records can help document this part of the claim.

For families who depended on the bicyclist’s income, lost future earnings may also be part of the claim. This can include the income the victim likely would have earned over time. Age, work history, and earning ability may all affect that calculation.

In New Mexico, loss of companionship may also apply after a fatal bicycle crash. This reflects the guidance, comfort, and presence the victim provided to close family members. The value often depends on the relationship between the victim and surviving relatives.

If the victim experienced pain before death, that period may also factor into the claim. Medical records and first responder accounts can help show what happened after the crash. Even a short period of conscious suffering may be considered when calculating compensation.

An Albuquerque wrongful death lawyer can review the crash facts and explain what legal options may apply. An attorney can also gather evidence and handle communication with insurance companies on your family’s behalf. Legal guidance can also help your family understand what compensation may be available under New Mexico law.

At Will Ferguson & Associates, we have years of experience helping families across New Mexico after fatal crashes. Our team can help you understand how wrongful death claims, insurance coverage, and legal deadlines may affect your case.

If you lost a loved one in a bicycle crash in Albuquerque, call Will Ferguson & Associates at (505) 308-1458 to discuss your legal rights and options with our Albuquerque wrongful death lawyers.