Albuquerque, NM – Columbia Dr & Central Ave Crash with Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (September 8, 2024) – On Sunday, September 8, there were confirmed injuries resulting from a car accident in the Albuquerque area. That morning around 4:27 a.m., the collision took place at the corner of Columbia Drive SE and Central Avenue SE. At least one person involved was hurt, but the severity and number of resulting injuries have not yet been determined. The crash victims were treated by attending medical personnel before being transferred to local hospitals for additional treatment. 

At this time, the circumstances leading to the collision have not been made public. The roadway was temporarily closed while paramedics were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the scene and reopen the road to outside traffic. No further information on the crash is currently available. Nonetheless, an ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials. More updates will be published as the inquiry progresses.

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

Car Accidents in New Mexico

The most current data on crashes shows that there were 36,555 car accidents in New Mexico in a single year, which hurt 85,742 people. In Bernalillo County, there is a car accident almost every 38 minutes. More than 18 percent of all car accidents in the state are hit-and-runs. New Mexico came in fifth for drunk driving, twelfth for careless driving, and tenth for speeding. This shows how dangerous it can be to drive in the state. People say that the drivers in New Mexico are some of the worst in the country. If you or someone you care about is seriously hurt in an accident, you should file a claim for compensation with the help of an experienced lawyer.

Will Ferguson & Associates is prepared to take on your case. You need someone who is ready to give you much-needed legal guidance during this challenging time. Our team of Albuquerque car accident attorneys will be by your side to make sure you can get the best possible outcome for your case. Give our legal offices a call at (505) 243-5566 to arrange a complimentary initial consultation to get started on your personal injury claim.