Albuquerque, NM – Central Ave & Wyoming Blvd Injury Wreck

Albuquerque, NM (September 20, 2024) – At least one person was hurt in a car crash in the Albuquerque area on Thursday, September 19. The collision took place at the crossing of Central Avenue NE and Wyoming Boulevard NE that night around 7:44 p.m. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel at the scene.

Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further support. There were confirmed injuries at the scene. The number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The vehicles involved in the crash sustained significant damage, and the roadway was closed for several hours. The roadway was later cleared and reopened to outside traffic some hours later. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation.

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

New Mexico Car Crashes

Serious vehicle crashes happen almost every day in New Mexico. Many people are seriously hurt or even killed in the process. Even though the state has a low population compared to other states, New Mexico has one of the highest rates of car crashes in the country. Speeding, driving while drunk, and distraction are three common factors that lead to accidents in the state. The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) says that there were 36,555 car accidents in the state in a recent year. There were 85,742 people involved in these accidents, and 15,545 were hurt. A total of 398 people were killed in New Mexico crashes that year. If you or someone you care about gets hurt in an accident, you should be ready to work with an experienced lawyer to file a claim for damages.

A trained Albuquerque car crash lawyer can step in to make sure your case is handled appropriately from start to finish. The experienced New Mexico law firm Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you navigate the complicated recovery process in order to maximize your compensation while making sure the at-fault party is brought to justice. Contact our offices today at (505) 243-5566.