Albuquerque, NM - Car Wreck with Injuries on Paseo Del Norte

Albuquerque, NM (October 30, 2024) - At least one person sustained injuries in a car crash in the Albuquerque area on Wednesday, October 30. The accident was reported at the 4601 block of Paseo Del Norte NE near Washington Street NE that morning around 1:51 a.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties. 

Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further treatment. At this time, the extent of the related damages has not been confirmed. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. No updates on the collision have been provided at this time. Local law enforcement officials are in charge of the ongoing crash investigation. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery. 

Reckless Driving Crashes in New Mexico

Many drivers today freely acknowledge engaging in reckless actions when operating a vehicle, and on New Mexico roads, it’s not unusual to see drivers looking down at stop signs or traffic lights. In addition to having among of the worst rates of drunk drivers in the country, New Mexico tops the country in fatal distracted driving accidents with 61.6 deaths per million people. Distracted driving was a factor in about 40.75 percent of recorded crashes in the state that year, much higher than the national average. You must be ready to fight for your legal rights after a serious car accident by working closely with a skilled legal team. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is prepared to assist you during this difficult time following an accident. We want to help you and your loved ones pursue a full recovery. Our Albuquerque personal injury lawyers have a proven track record of assisting New Mexico collision victims in pursuing successful personal injury claims, and we are here to fight for your legal rights every step of the way. Contact our legal offices at (505) 243-5566.