Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Wreck at Graceland Dr & Menaul Blvd
Albuquerque, NM (June 29, 2024) – On Saturday, June 29, there were reported injuries following a traffic accident in the Albuquerque area. The accident occurred that morning, around 10:46 a.m., at the crossing of Graceland Drive NE and Menaul Boulevard NE. At least one person involved suffered injuries in the collision.
The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel, and those requiring additional treatment were later hospitalized for treatment. The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting wreckage and other debris. No additional information on the accident is currently available. Local authorities are handling the ongoing accident into the cause of the crash, and more updates will be released as the investigation continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
New Mexico Car Accidents
There is always a chance of getting into a serious vehicle accident when driving through the state of New Mexico. The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) reports one collision in the state every 12 minutes on average. Given that there is a traffic injury in New Mexico roughly every 26 minutes on average, drivers should exercise caution when passing through the state. Each year, the state sees thousands of injuries from auto accidents, with New Mexico leading the country in the number of collisions brought on by intoxicated, distracted, and speeding motorists. After being in a catastrophic vehicle accident, you need to carefully speak with an experienced lawyer to pursue a strong claim and make sure your legal rights are respected.
It can be hard to pick up the pieces following a serious auto accident on your own. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has a track record of success in helping injured parties pursue successful personal injury claims. For more information on whether you can pursue a compensation claim, call our law offices at (505) 243-5566 to work with a New Mexico law firm.