Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Wreck at Dartmouth Dr & Lead Ave

Albuquerque, NM (June 16, 2024) – At least one person was hurt following a traffic accident in the Albuquerque area on Saturday, June 15. The collision was reported late that night, around 11:20 p.m., at the corner of Dartmouth Drive SE and Lead Avenue SE. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the resulting injuries have not been determined. 

Emergency crews were rushed to the scene to aid the involved parties. The crash victims were provided aid at the scene by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a local hospital by ambulance. Local authorities advised nearby drivers to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays. Tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting wreckage and other debris. No further information on the incident is currently available. However, an investigation into the crash is ongoing. 

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

New Mexico Car Crashes

In the United States, automobile accidents remain the primary cause of fatalities and serious injuries. According to data from the New Mexico Traffic Crash Annual Report, Bernalillo, Santa Fe, and Dona Ana counties have the highest number of crashes in New Mexico (NMTCAR). Bernalillo County leads the state with an average of over 14,000 reported crashes annually. A stunning 38.4 percent of traffic accidents in Bernalillo County involve alcohol use or intoxication, and New Mexico continues to lead the country in arrests for alcohol-related offenses. The ability to successfully pursue a claim following an automobile accident will rely on your actions To pursue the strongest claim possible, it is always best to work with a dutiful attorney.

It is important that you are prepared to do everything possible to protect yourself after a life-changing auto accident. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is dedicated to protecting your legal rights. You can speak with an experienced Albuquerque car accident lawyer about your case by calling our offices at (505) 243-5566 to get started on your claim. You will be glad that our legal team is on your side.