Albuquerque, NM - Delamar Ave & 4th St Car Wreck Causes Injuries

Albuquerque, NM (February 19, 2024) - At least one person was hurt in the aftermath of a car wreck in the Albuquerque area on Monday, February 19. At around 3:48 p.m., the collision took place at the crossing of Delamar Avenue NW and 4th Street NW. Emergency crews were sent to render aid to the involved parties. 

At this time, the extent of the related injuries has not been determined, and the number of people was not included in the initial reports. The crash victims were treated by attending medical personnel. Those requiring further treatment were transported to local hospitals by ambulance. 

The circumstances leading to the crash have not been reported. The area was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. No further information on the collision is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident 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.

New Mexico Car Crashes

The risk of a crash is present any time you are sharing the road with another driver in New Mexico. According to data from the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT), a car crash takes place somewhere in the state every 12 minutes, with someone being hurt in a collision almost every 26 minutes. Hundreds lose their lives in New Mexico car crashes each year, and the state has one of the highest vehicle fatality rates in the nation. It is important that crash victims are able to protect their legal rights after a serious collision by partnering with a trained personal injury attorney. 

A car accident can completely change your life in a matter of seconds in the event of a car crash. Many accident victims are left with permanent and life-long injuries that they are never able to recover from. This in addition to mounting medical debts can be a recipe for disaster, and it is no wonder that people are often overwhelmed trying to handle their recovery on their own. The steps you take —or fail to take— after a car crash can impact the rest of your life, and it is important that you are able to take the necessary actions to maximize your recovery during this difficult time. If you want to pursue a claim for compensation, a trained Albuquerque car crash lawyer is just a phone call away. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to assist you during your recovery after a serious car accident. Our legal team represents injured parties in the pursuit of full compensation for their losses, including medical costs and lost income. Our Albuquerque car accident attorneys have a proven track record of success, and we are ready to get to work on your case. Give our offices a call at (505) 243-5566 if you are prepared to begin working on your case with an experienced personal injury attorney.