Albuquerque, NM – Crash Ends in Injuries at San Mateo & Menaul Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (September 16, 2024) – A serious auto accident in the Albuquerque area on Monday, September 16, required support from local paramedics. The collision took place at around 10:44 a.m. near the crossing of San Mateo Boulevard NE and Menaul Boulevard NE. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. 

At least one person involved in the crash was hurt. Attending medical personnel assisted the injured parties before they were transferred to local hospitals for additional treatment. The severity of the related damages has not been determined. The area was later reopened to outside traffic after tow trucks removed the resulting debris. No additional information on the crash is currently available. However, local authorities are conducting an ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision.

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

Car Crashes in New Mexico

In the state of New Mexico, car accidents are the main reason people die or get seriously hurt. From the New Mexico Traffic Crash Annual Report (NMTCAR), we know that Dona Ana, Santa Fe, and Bernalillo counties have the most car crashes in the state. Bernalillo County has the most recorded crashes, with an average of over 14,000 each year. New Mexico also has the most DUI arrests in the country. Nearly 38.4 percent of car crashes in Bernalillo County are caused by people who are under the influence of alcohol. General negligence is another common cause of serious crashes. If you want to make a strong compensation case, you should talk to an experienced lawyer to make sure your claim is handled properly at every stage. 

Many of our clients at Will Ferguson & Associates have been able to successfully pursue injury claims with the help of our Albuquerque car accident lawyers. We are ready to get to work on your case as soon as possible. Give our offices a call at (505) 243-5566 if you are ready to start your personal injury claim with the help of our skilled legal team. We are here to answer any questions that you may have during a free initial consultation.