Albuquerque, NM - Homeowner Killed After Driver Crashes into Home at Morris St & Indian School Rd

Albuquerque, NM (December 29, 2023) - On Thursday afternoon, December 28, a homeowner was killed after a driver crashed into a residence in Albuquerque. The incident occurred at the corner of Indian School Road and Morris Street at around 12:30 p.m. Local reports revealed that 52-year-old Mark Castello was operating a white Ford Expedition when he ran a stop sign at Propps Street and crashed through a garage door on Mahlon Avenue. 

The Expedition traveled halfway through the residence where it struck a vehicle. The impact pushed the vehicle into the home where it hit the homeowner who was sitting inside. The injured party was transported to a local hospital where they later succumbed to their injuries. Castello was extricated from the vehicle and hospitalized for treatment. 

Castello was charged with driving under the influence and apprehended by authorities. No additional information is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Deadly Car Crashes in New Mexico

New Mexico has an unfortunate reputation for having some of the worst drivers in the country. In 2019, Albuquerque had the highest number of car crashes in the state. There were 19,034 collisions reported in Bernalillo County alone that year. This translates to one collision happening on average every 27 minutes. There were 675 alcohol-related collisions in Albuquerque that year. Injured parties and their families need to be ready to pursue fair and complete compensation for resulting damages after a fatal car accident. 

In the United States, automobile crashes remain the main cause of fatalities and severe injuries. In the unfortunate event that a careless motorist kills someone close to you, you need to be prepared to defend your legal rights. It should not be necessary for you to handle a case alone. You need to collaborate with an experienced New Mexico personal injury attorney who can assist you in understanding your legal options after a deadly crash. 

When someone you love is killed in a vehicle accident too soon, it can seem like life will never be the same. You have legal recourse to pursue compensation after a deadly crash in New Mexico. Under state law, surviving family members have a right to seek a wrongful death lawsuit to cover the resulting damages. A skilled lawyer with experience handling wrongful death cases can help you better understand what damages are available in your claim. 

If a loved one is killed in an automobile accident, the legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is prepared to defend you and your rights. We have assisted other families in New Mexico in pursuing successful claims after a deadly collision, and we are here to do the same for you. Our wrongful death attorneys in Albuquerque will be there to fight for your legal rights every step of the way. Give us a call at (505) 243-5566 to get started on your case.