Albuquerque, NM – Car Wreck at Lomas Blvd & San Pedro Dr Ends in Injuries
Albuquerque, NM (July 6, 2024) – At least one person was hurt following an auto accident in the Albuquerque area on Friday, July 5. The collision occurred that night around 10:44 p.m. at the corner of Lomas Boulevard NE and San Pedro Drive NE. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel.
The number and severity of the resulting injuries have not yet been determined. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further support. The circumstances leading to the accident have not yet been reported. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting debris to reopen the road to outside traffic. Local authorities are conducting an ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
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