Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Collision at Ellison St & PanAm Fwy

Albuquerque, NM (December 13, 2024) – On Friday, December 13, a serious car crash in Albuquerque required support from local paramedics. The accident took place at the intersection of Ellison Street NE and Pan American Freeway NE at around 11:14 a.m. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, and the crash victims were provided treatment by attending medical personnel. 

At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The crash victims were later transferred to a local hospital after being treated at the scene. The vehicles involved in the crash sustained significant damage, and the area was temporarily closed for several hours. Tow trucks were needed to clear the scene and reopen the road to outside traffic. No updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local law enforcement officials. 

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

New Mexico Distracted Driving Accidents

You put your life at risk when you look down at your phone to check a text while driving. Unfortunately, this has become commonplace on New Mexico roads, with more and more motorists engaging in what is known as distracted driving. Without a doubt, the state has the highest rate of distracted driving-related crashes in the country. There were 82 deadly crashes per one million people in New Mexico involving distracted motorists. This is nearly twice the second-leading state of Louisiana. The majority of distracted driving collisions in the state are caused by males ages 25 to 44. You must be ready to take action following a serious traffic accident by pursuing a strong personal injury claim. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you during this difficult time. Our Albuquerque car accident lawyers understand the law and are ready to get to work on your claim for compensation. We will leave no stone unturned in your pursuit of justice. Our lawyers are prepared to answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.