Albuquerque, NM – Car Wreck Ends in Injuries at Zuni Rd & Pennsylvania St

Albuquerque, NM (May 22, 2024) – At least one person suffered injuries in the aftermath of an auto accident in the Albuquerque area on Tuesday, May 21. The crash occurred at the crossing of Zuni Road SE and Pennsylvania Street SE around 8:03 p.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. 

Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for additional treatment. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. The roadway was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting debris. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled 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 Distracted Driving Crashes

Some of the worst drivers in the country call New Mexico home, and it can be difficult to avoid reckless driving on the state’s roadways. In a recent year, driver distraction accounted for 8.3 percent of traffic fatalities and roughly 21.5 percent of injury collisions in New Mexico, making it one of the primary causes of catastrophic accidents. Statistics show that distracted drivers in the United States inflict hundreds of thousands of serious injuries and over 3,000 fatalities annually. In the event that you or a loved one sustains injuries in a car accident, you should be prepared to take action by working with an experienced lawyer to pursue a claim for compensation. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to answer any questions that you may have about your legal rights during a free consultation. Our Albuquerque car accident lawyers are prepared to fight for you and get you the best possible outcome for your case. If you are ready to start your personal injury claim, contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566.