Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Car Wreck at 98th St & Blake Rd

Albuquerque, NM (June 30, 2024) – On Saturday, June 29, there were confirmed injuries following a car wreck in Albuquerque. The collision was first reported late that night around 11:51 p.m. at the corner of 98th Street SW and Blake Road SW. At least one person involved was hurt in the accident. 

The circumstances leading to the crash were not provided in the initial reports. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to provide the necessary medical aid. The victims requiring further support were later transferred to nearby hospitals for further treatment. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. No further information on the accident is currently available. However, local law enforcement officials are currently managing an investigation into the cause of the crash. 

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

Car Accidents in New Mexico

New Mexico roads are far from safe, and the state has one of the highest rates of serious vehicle accidents in the nation. In the United States, car accidents continue to be the leading cause of fatalities and severe injuries. Data from the New Mexico Traffic Crash Annual Report (NMTCAR) shows that Dona Ana, Santa Fe, and Bernalillo counties are the New Mexico counties with the most collisions. With more than 14,000 recorded collisions each year on average, Bernalillo County consistently has the highest number of crashes in the state. The \county has the highest percentage of arrests for alcohol-related charges in the country, with over 38.4 percent of crashes involving alcohol or intoxication.

After a serious car accident, you should make sure you are ready to collaborate with an experienced lawyer to get the compensation you are entitled to.

You can benefit in many ways from consulting a qualified Albuquerque car accident lawyer to pursue a strong compensation claim. The respected New Mexico law firm Will Ferguson & Associates is here to represent you and defend your rights at every stage of the claims process. Contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 and let us assist you throughout your path to recovery.