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

Albuquerque, NM (July 3, 2024) – On Wednesday, July 3, a serious car crash in Albuquerque required aid from local paramedics. The collision occurred early that morning, around 8:16 a.m., on Interstate 40 EB near Rio Grande Boulevard, NW. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to provide aid to the injured parties. 

At least one person involved in the collision was injured. The crash victims were treated by attending paramedics before being transferred to a local hospital for further support. The circumstances leading to the accident have not been determined at this time. The vehicles involved in the crash sustained significant damage, and tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local authorities. 

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 road can be an unpredictable place. While most of us drive every day, it may come as no surprise that vehicle collisions are the leading cause of death and serious injury for New Mexico residents. Injuries from automobile accidents in New Mexico resulted in a combined 18,000 injuries in a recent year. This indicates that one crash-related injury occurs every 29 minutes. The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) reports that weekday morning and early evening rush hours are the most common times for car accidents. If you or someone close to you is unfairly hurt by a reckless driver, you may be able to pursue a strong claim for compensation with the help of a trained injury lawyer. 

You never know if or when you will be involved in a collision, and it is important that you are able to pursue the strongest case possible. A qualified Albuquerque personal injury lawyer is ready to fight to make sure your legal rights are secured. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has a proven track record of helping injured parties pursue full recoveries. Call us today at  (505) 243-5566 to get started on your case.