Albuquerque, NM – Injury Car Wreck at PanAm Fwy & San Mateo Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (July 11, 2024) – There were confirmed injuries following a traffic accident in the Albuquerque area on Thursday, July 11. The collision took place at the crossing of Pan American Freeway NE and San Mateo Boulevard NE that afternoon, around 1:27 p.m. The injured parties were aided by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a local hospital for further treatment. 

At this time, the extent and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while tow trucks were able to remove the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. No further updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The circumstances leading to the crash have not been determined at this time. 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

Car crashes continue to be the leading cause of fatalities and serious injuries in New Mexico and the United States. 2021 was one of the deadliest years for traffic fatalities in the Land of Enchantment, according to the most recent collision statistics. There were 470 traffic accident fatalities in the state that year, which is a considerable increase from the 425 recorded in 2019. Many people in the state are injured in car accidents every year, and recovering on your own can be difficult and time-consuming. There is always a chance of catastrophic injury when driving in New Mexico because the state is home to some of the worst drivers in the nation. It is typically recommended to work with a skilled auto accident attorney to pursue a compelling compensation claim.

It is important that you do everything possible to maximize your recovery. A trained Albuquerque personal injury lawyer can help guide you through the complicated claims process. Contact the offices of Will Ferguson & Associates today at (505) 243-5566. We can answer any questions that you may have about your legal rights during a free initial consultation.