Albuquerque, NM – Injury Wreck at I-25 & Ave Cesar Chavez

Albuquerque, NM (January 22, 2025) – At least one person sustained injuries in the aftermath of a car crash in the Albuquerque area on Tuesday, January 21. At around 4:35 p.m., the collision was reported on Interstate 25 NB near Avenida Cesar Chavez SE. The extent and number of the related injuries have not yet been determined. 

Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were later hospitalized for further support. The area was temporarily closed while paramedics and local authorities were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. Local authorities are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash. 

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

New Mexico Speeding-related Accidents

On the roadways of New Mexico, speeding drivers seem to be everywhere. The state has one of the worst rates of fatal speeding-related crashes in the country. According to a recent nine-year study, drivers who were speeding were involved in almost 37 percent of fatal incidents and contributed to nearly 2,000 deaths in the state. Of the 150 individuals killed in New Mexico last year as a result of speeding drivers, 36 of these deaths occurred in Bernalillo County. Statistics show that there are an estimated 115 deaths associated with speeding for every 100 fatal crashes in the state. You may be eligible to seek compensation by submitting a personal injury claim if a careless driver causes unjustified harm to you or someone you love.

The steps you take immediately after a crash can determine the rest of your life. Will Ferguson & Associates’ legal team is ready to assist you in asserting your legal rights and fighting for the full compensation you deserve. You need to partner with a trained Albuquerque personal injury lawyer who is ready to help you during this difficult time. Contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 to get to work on your case with our skilled legal team.