Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Collision at Wyoming & Menaul Blvd
Albuquerque, NM (February 20, 2025) – A serious traffic accident in the Albuquerque area on Tuesday, February 18, required support from emergency responders. That night at around 5:29 p.m., the incident was first reported at the corner of Wyoming Boulevard NE and Menaul Boulevard NE. There were confirmed injuries at the crash site, and paramedics were rushed to the scene to provide necessary medical aid.
Those requiring additional treatment were later transported to a local hospital. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present, and tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. No further information on the accident has been made public, and more details will be provided as the investigation continues. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local authorities.
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
Statistics have shown time and time again that distracted driving is the leading cause of car accidents in the state of New Mexico. A distracted driver caused a car accident in New Mexico roughly every 56 minutes in 2017, and there were a total of 9,386 reported crashes caused by distracted motorists in the state that year.
There were 195 people killed by driver distraction statewide in 2021. New Mexico has been found to have the highest rate of distracted-related traffic fatalities in the United States. You must be able to work closely with a competent team of attorneys if you or someone close to you is unfairly hurt in an auto accident.
Every car crash claim is different. You need someone who can get to know you on a one-on-one basis to determine what your needs are after an accident. A serious collision can completely change your life, and our legal team is aware of this reality.
The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates wants to help you make a complete recovery if you were seriously hurt in a car accident. Our Albuquerque personal injury attorney can help you maximize your compensation if you were injured by a negligent driver. Contact our offices today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a trained legal professional.