Albuquerque, NM - Expanded Traffic Accident on Menaul Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (January 4, 2025) - At least one person suffered injuries following a car crash in the Albuquerque area on Saturday, January 4. The accident took place at the 1915 block of Menaul Boulevard NE that morning around 5:31 a.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties, and those requiring additional support were later hospitalized. 

At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The circumstances leading to the crash were not included in the initial reports. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be released as it continues. 

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

New Mexico Auto Accidents

There are an increasing number of fatal collisions occurring in New Mexico each year. According to data from the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT), the number of fatal crashes reported in the state increased from 398 in 2020 to 481 in 2021, a nearly 20 percent increase. Every year, thousands more people are injured in auto accidents around the state. Individuals involved in collisions must be able to safeguard their legal rights by pursuing a compensation claim with the assistance of an experienced lawyer.

There is always so much at risk after a car crash. Your recovery can seem far off and distant, but it does not have to be completely out of sight. Our team of Albuquerque personal injury lawyers is respected across the state, and you can rest assured that your case is in good hands when you work with our skilled legal team. We are here to answer questions that you may have during a free consultation, and we will not stop until you can get the compensation you are truly owed. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.