Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Collision at I-40 & 6th St

Albuquerque, NM (June 6, 2024) – At least one person suffered injuries in the aftermath of an auto accident in the Albuquerque area on Thursday, June 6. The crash occurred on Interstate 40 EB near 6th Street NW early that morning around 6:38 a.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. 

Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for additional treatment. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. The roadway was temporarily closed until tow trucks could remove the resulting debris. No updates on the conditions of the involved 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.

Distracted Driving Crashes in New Mexico

Some of the worst drivers in the country reside in New Mexico, where reckless driving is extremely common. In a recent year, driver distraction accounted for 8.3 percent of traffic fatalities and roughly 21.5 percent of injury collisions in New Mexico, making it one of the primary causes of catastrophic accidents. Statistics show that distracted drivers in the United States inflict hundreds of thousands of serious injuries and over 3,000 fatalities annually. Should you or a loved one sustain injuries in a car accident, you should be prepared to sue for damages with the assistance of a well-versed attorney.

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to answer any questions that you may have about your legal rights during a free consultation. Our proficient Albuquerque auto accident lawyers are prepared to fight for you and get you the best possible outcome for your case. If you are ready to get to work on your personal injury claim, contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 to get started on your personal injury claim with the help of our skilled legal team.