Albuquerque, NM - Central Ave & Girard Blvd Injury Collision

Albuquerque, NM (October 12, 2024) - On Friday, October 11, a serious car crash in the Albuquerque area required support from local paramedics. The collision took place late that night, around 6:11 p.m., at the intersection of Central Avenue NE and Girard Boulevard NE. At least one person involved in the crash suffered injuries, and the crash victims were quickly treated by attending paramedics.

At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. The crash victims were later transferred to local hospitals after being treated by attending paramedics. The roadway was temporarily closed as emergency crews worked to clear the scene. Tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting wreckage and reopen the road to outside traffic. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing crash investigation is in progress, and more information will be released as it continues.

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

New Mexico Distracted Driving Crashes

Distracted drivers are responsible for a growing number of crashes each year, and we see drivers looking down at their phones all the time. These days, a lot of people are willing to acknowledge that they have used their phones while driving. Sadly, New Mexico has one of the highest rates of crashes involving distracted motorists. The latest statistics indicate that around 40.75 percent of collisions in the state are caused by distracted driving. This figure is nearly five times the national average. You have the right to make a claim and obtain compensation if you are hurt in a car crash. 

The steps you take immediately after a car accident are incredibly important. You can truly benefit from the help of a skilled car accident lawyer if you are hurt in a car crash. Will Ferguson & Associates is a respected New Mexico law firm with a proven track record showing that we can successfully handle personal injury claims. Do not wait to contact our offices at (505) 243-5566 to get started on your case.