Albuquerque, NM - Fatality Reported in Pileup Crash on I-40

Albuquerque, NM (March 7, 2024) - A deadly car accident was reported in the Albuquerque area early on Thursday morning, March 7. The fatal collision occurred on Interstate 40 near the Route 66 Casino at around 3 a.m. Several vehicles reportedly collided at the scene. 

At this time, the circumstances leading to the collision have not been reported. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. The area was temporarily closed while authorities were present. 

The area was later reopened some hours later after tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. The severity and number of resulting injuries have not been determined. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be provided as they become available. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Deadly Car Accidents in New Mexico

Albuquerque has some of the worst drivers in the country, and the same can be said about New Mexico as a whole. The most recent accident statistics show that there are tens of thousands of car accidents in Bernalillo County reported each year, with an average of one crash taking place every 27 minutes. In New Mexico, intoxicated and distracted drivers are two of the leading contributors to serious crashes, and the state has the highest number of alcohol-related arrests in the nation. Deadly car crashes are difficult for everyone, and family members should partner with a trained personal injury lawyer in order to pursue a successful wrongful death claim. 

It usually falls to the people closest to the deceased to pick up the pieces after a deadly car crash. It is never easy to lose a close family member, and you will likely be experiencing significant grief after a deadly crash. Even though it might be the last thing on your mind, if you have any reason to think that the death was brought on by the actions of another person, you need to think about filing a wrongful death lawsuit. Making someone's death a legal matter may seem unnatural, but it may be able to make this difficult time a bit easier by providing some financial relief. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help if you lost someone close to you in a devastating car accident. We have a proven track record of helping grieving families across New Mexico pursue successful wrongful death cases, and our Albuquerque wrongful death lawyers are ready to get to work on your claim. Contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 to get started on your case today. We will be able to make sure that your legal rights are protected at every stage of your case. When you work with our skilled legal team, you know your case is in good hands.