Albuquerque, NM – Collision with Injuries at Paseo Del Norte & 2nd St

Albuquerque, NM (June 14, 2024) – At least one person suffered injuries in the aftermath of an auto accident in the Albuquerque area on Thursday, June 13. The crash occurred at the crossing of Paseo Del Norte and 2nd Street NW late that night, around 6:57 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.

Distracted Driving Crashes in New Mexico

New Mexico is home to some of the worst drivers in the nation, so it might be challenging to steer clear of careless driving on its roads. Driver distraction is one of the main causes of catastrophic accidents in the state. In a recent year, distraction accounted for 8.3 percent of traffic fatalities and about 21.5 percent of injury collisions in New Mexico. According to statistics, there are over 3,000 fatalities and hundreds of thousands of serious injuries caused by distracted drivers in the United States each year. You should be ready to take action by pursuing a claim for compensation with an experienced attorney in the event that you or a loved one is hurt in an automobile accident.

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 personal injury 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.