Albuquerque, NM – Injury Crash at Atrisco Vista Blvd & Central Ave

Albuquerque, NM (March 18, 2024) – At least one person was hurt in the aftermath of a car crash in Albuquerque on Sunday, March 17. That night at around 10:57 p.m., the accident was first reported at the corner of Atrisco Vista Boulevard NW and Central Avenue NW. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties. 

The crash victims were provided medical aid at the scene, and those requiring further treatment were transferred by ambulance to local hospitals. The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. Tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting wreckage and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. No updates on the crash are currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation. 

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

Car Wrecks in New Mexico

There is a reputation for carelessness among New Mexico drivers. In 2022, the state’s crash statistics show that 170 people lost their lives in collisions around the state, and drunk drivers were responsible for about 36 percent of those fatalities. Even something as simple as fastening your seatbelt might significantly alter how a collision, but you can never completely prevent a serious crash from taking place. Bernalillo County had the largest number of fatal collisions that year, with 143 fatalities in total. If you or someone close to you is seriously injured in a crash, it is important that you are prepared to get to work on your claim for compensation with the help of a trained attorney. 

On New Mexico roadways, auto accidents happen on a regular basis, and most people in the state know someone who has been impacted by a serious collision. It just takes a few seconds for a careless driver to leave you with severe injuries. You never know what other people will do behind the wheel, and hundreds are killed traveling on New Mexico roads each year. You can feel helpless and overwhelmed in the aftermath of a collision. You need someone who can assist in providing you with assistance at this trying time. An experienced lawyer can be by your side at every stage of your case to protect your legal rights when going up against the at-fault driver and their insurance provider. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has a proven history of helping clients win their personal injury cases. Our Albuquerque car crash lawyers are here to answer any questions that you may have about your case. Give us a call at (505) 243-5566 so that an experienced lawyer to handle your case. We are ready to fight for your full and fair compensation during this difficult time. Let us answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation. You will know your case is in good hands when you work with our trained legal team.