Albuquerque, NM – Gibson Blvd & Alumni Dr Injury Collision

Albuquerque, NM (October 16, 2024) – On Tuesday, October 15, there were reported injuries resulting from a car accident in the Albuquerque area. The collision took place that evening around 11:56 p.m. at the intersection of Gibson Boulevard SE and Alumni Drive SE. Attending medical personnel treated the injured parties at the scene. 

There were reported injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the related damages have not been determined. The crash victims were later transferred to local hospitals for additional treatment. No updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the crash site and reopen the road to outside traffic. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident. 

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

Distracted Driving Crashes in New Mexico

We see drivers in New Mexico using their phones while behind the wheel almost every day and recent surveys show that a large number of drivers openly acknowledge engaging in this reckless act. When it comes to distracted driving, New Mexico leads the country in related crashes. Driving while intoxicated and distracted are both common in the state, and based on the latest data, distracted driving accounts for about 40.75 percent of all collisions in New Mexico. This is about five times higher than the national average. To pursue a strong claim for compensation if you or a loved one is seriously injured in a car accident, speak with an accomplished accident attorney and get started on your case. 

You may be able to pursue a personal injury claim after being hurt by a reckless driver to pursue compensation and be made whole again. A trained Albuquerque personal injury lawyer will be able to answer them during a free initial consultation. The competent legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help. Contact our offices today at (505) 243-5566. We can answer any questions that you have about your case.