Albuquerque, NM – Injuries in Wreck at Jefferson St & I-25

Albuquerque, NM (August 14, 2024) – On Wednesday, August 14, there were confirmed injuries resulting from a car accident in the Albuquerque area. At around 2:04 a.m., the collision took place at the corner of Jefferson Street NE and Interstate 25 SB. At least one person involved was hurt, but the severity and number of resulting injuries have not yet been determined. The crash victims were treated by attending medical personnel before being transferred to local hospitals for additional treatment. 

At this time, the circumstances leading to the collision have not been made public. The roadway was temporarily closed while paramedics were present, and tow trucks were needed to clear the scene and reopen the road to outside traffic. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials. 

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

Car Crashes in New Mexico

There were 36,555 car crashes in the state of New Mexico in a recent year, resulting in a total of 85,742 injuries. Statistics show that an auto accident occurs in Bernalillo County almost every 38 minutes. Hit-and-runs were involved in nearly 18 percent of all traffic accidents in the state. When it comes to DUI, reckless driving, and speeding cases, New Mexico ranked fifth, twelfth, and tenth, respectively. The state’s drivers are notorious for being among the worst in the nation. You should seek a claim for compensation with the assistance of an experienced attorney if you or someone you love is severely injured in an accident.

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is prepared to take on your case. You need someone who is ready to give you much-needed legal guidance during this difficult time. Our team of Albuquerque car accident attorneys will be by your side to make sure you can get the best possible outcome for your case. We always provide potential clients with a free consultation. Give our legal offices a call at (505) 243-5566.