Albuquerque, NM – Car Accident at I-40 & San Mateo Blvd Ends in Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (September 4, 2024) – On Wednesday, September 4, at least one person sustained injuries in the aftermath of an auto accident in the Albuquerque area. The collision occurred early that morning, around 12:22 p.m., on the Interstate 40 WB off-ramp near San Mateo Boulevard NE. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to provide the necessary medical aid to the crash victims. 

There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the extent of the resulting damages has not been confirmed. The area was temporarily closed as emergency crews provided aid at the scene. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for additional support. The area was later reopened after tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage. No additional information on the accident has been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by 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 Reckless Driving Crashes

Reckless driving is common on New Mexico roads, and it’s causing more and more car crashes every year. Many drivers in the state travel while speeding or distracted, but distraction is becoming particularly prevalent. A lot of crashes in the state are caused by distracted drivers. About 36 percent of traffic deaths in New Mexico are caused by distracted drivers. This makes it one of the worst places in the country for distracted driving accidents. In the time it takes to send one text, you can drive the length of a football field when traveling on a highway. It is important that you pursue a claim for compensation with the help of a skilled legal team after a serious crash. 

A qualified Albuquerque car accident lawyer will be able to help examine your case and determine what damages may be available. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has a proven track record of helping crash victims pursue fair and full recoveries, and we are ready to get to work on your case. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.