Albuquerque, NM – Collision with Injuries at I-40 & Rio Grande Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (August 5, 2024) – On Monday, August 5, there were reported injuries after a car accident in the Albuquerque area. The crash was reported early that morning around 7:07 a.m. on Interstate 40 EB near Rio Grande Boulevard NW. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a local hospital for further treatment. 

At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The vehicles involved in the crash sustained significant damage, and the area was temporarily closed as emergency crews worked to clear the scene. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. No additional information on the crash is currently available. Nevertheless, an investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress, and more updates 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. 

Distracted Driving Crashes in New Mexico

Driving requires constant attention and focus. Statistics show that over 10 percent of drivers who are distracted while driving do not have their eyes on the road. In the United States, distracted driving is quickly rising to the top of the list of factors contributing to catastrophic collisions. Distracted driving encompasses a variety of behaviors, with texting while driving being one of the most common. Driver inattention is a major problem in New Mexico. In a recent year, 21,894 crashes involving distracted drivers were recorded in the state. Nine individuals are killed every day in distracted driving collisions across the United States, resulting in over 3,000 deaths per year.

In the event of an accident, drivers who neglect to pay attention to the road should be held accountable for any injuries and other losses. This means working closely with a competent legal team at New Mexico Law Firm to achieve a full recovery. Contact the offices of Will Ferguson & Associates today at (505) 243-5566 to get started on your case. Let our efficient Albuquerque car accident lawyers guide you toward recovery and compensation for your injuries.