Albuquerque, NM – Injury Crash at Redmont Rd & Whitewood Ct

Albuquerque, NM (October 14, 2024) – There were reported injuries following a traffic accident in the Albuquerque area on Monday, October 14. The collision occurred at the 9218 block of Redmont Road NE near Whitewood Court NE that afternoon around 12:23 p.m. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt. 

At this time, the number and severity of the related damages have not been confirmed. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were transported to a local hospital. The roadway was temporarily closed while local authorities worked to clear the scene. Tow trucks were dispatched to remove the resulting wreckage and reopen the area to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is in progress. 

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

Reckless Driving Crashes in New Mexico

Reckless driving is a daily sight on New Mexico’s roads and highways. These days, far too many drivers readily admit to using a cell phone while driving. New Mexico boasts one of the highest rates of distracted driving-related fatalities in the country, with roughly 61.6 accidents per million population. Nearly 40.75 percent of crashes in New Mexico involve distracted driving, nearly five times the national rate. You can easily travel the length of an entire football field in the time it takes to send a single text when traveling on the highway. This is more than enough distance to cause a crash that could change your life for the worse. You need to be able to pursue a compensation claim with strong legal representation to protect your right to a full recovery.  

Will Ferguson & Associates is prepared to assist you during this difficult time if you or someone close to you is injured by the actions of a reckless driver. Our Albuquerque car accident lawyers are here to fight for your legal rights every step of the way. Contact our legal offices at (505) 243-5566. When you work with us, you know your case is in good hands.