Albuquerque, NM – Crash with Injuries at Candelaria Rd & Bettis Dr

Albuquerque, NM (October 15, 2024) – A serious car accident in the Albuquerque area on Tuesday, October 15, resulted in confirmed injuries. The incident was reported at the 10216 block of Candelaria Road NE near Bettis Drive NE that afternoon around 1:56 p.m. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. 

The injured parties were provided immediate aid at the scene by attending medical personnel, and those needing further support were later transferred to a nearby hospital for additional treatment. The area was closed for several hours while emergency responders were present. The circumstances leading to the collision have not been determined. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash. 

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

Car Wrecks in New Mexico

Not only does New Mexico have a high number of irresponsible drivers, but some of the worst drivers in the state call Albuquerque home. Car accidents remain the primary cause of fatalities and severe injuries in the state. Every time you drive, there’s always a chance that you could get hurt by a careless driver. Albuquerque, the state capital, continues to report the highest number of collisions in the state each year. There’s a car accident in Bernalillo County about every 27 minutes on average. Driving under the influence, speeding, and distracted driving are some of the most common causes of catastrophic accidents across New Mexico. With the assistance of an experienced injury lawyer, you might be able to seek monetary damages after a crash. 

Will Ferguson & Associates is an experienced law firm with years of experience helping injured parties pursue successful personal injury claims. Our Albuquerque car accident attorneys will be there for you every step of the way to make sure your case is handled properly from start to finish. Contact our offices at (505) 243-5566 to get started on your claim. We can answer any questions that you have during a free initial consultation.