Albuquerque, NM – Injury Car Accident at Lomas & University Blvd
Albuquerque, NM (June 27, 2024) – At least one person suffered injuries following a car crash in the Albuquerque area on Thursday, June 27. The accident occurred at the intersection of Lomas Boulevard NE and University Boulevard NE that morning around 8:23 a.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties, and those requiring additional support were later hospitalized.
The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The circumstances leading to the crash were not included in the initial reports. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more information will be released as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
New Mexico Car Crashes
There are an increasing number of fatal collisions in New Mexico each year. According to data from the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT), the number of fatal crashes in the state increased by about 20 percent to 481 in 2021 from 398 in 2020. Every year, many more people in the state sustain injuries in auto accidents. Statistics show that New Mexico leads the nation in alcohol-related arrests, and the state has a real issue with drunk drivers. Injury victims must be able to defend their legal rights by submitting a compensation claim with the assistance of an experienced lawyer.
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