Albuquerque, NM – Car Accident on Candelaria Rd Results in Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (July 11, 2024) – On Thursday, July 11, there were reported injuries following a car crash in Albuquerque. The accident was reported that afternoon, around 3:03 p.m., at the 3610 block of Candelaria Road NE. Emergency responders were dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. 

At least one person involved in the collision was hurt, but the severity and number of the related damages have not been determined. The injured parties were treated at the scene before being transferred to a local hospital for additional treatment. No updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting debris. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision 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. 

Car Accidents in New Mexico

Drivers in New Mexico rank among the worst in the nation, and the state’s roadways are notoriously hazardous, with an average of one collision every 12 minutes, according to the latest statistics. Even worse is the fact that there is an injury in a crash almost every 26 minutes. Albuquerque motorists are some of the worst in the state, and the city’s home county, Bernalillo, almost always experiences the most crashes every year. Roughly one percent of collisions in the state end in fatalities, while almost one-third cause injuries, according to statistics data. Drunk driving, inattentive driving, and speeding are some of the leading causes of major collisions in the state. With the assistance of an accomplished accident attorney, you might be able to pursue a claim for damages if a careless motorist causes harm to you or a loved one.

You do not have to be on your own as you fight for a full recovery. It is always in your best interests to work closely with a respected New Mexico law firm with years of experience handling personal injury claims. Contact the offices of Will Ferguson & Associates today at (505) 243-5566.