Albuquerque, NM – Major Injuries in Collision at I-40 & San Mateo Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (July 31, 2024) – On Wednesday, July 31, injuries were reported after a car accident in the Albuquerque area. The crash was reported at around 11:30 a.m. on Interstate 40 EB near San Mateo Boulevard NE. At least one person involved in the collision sustained injuries. 

The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel, and those requiring further treatment were later transferred to nearby hospitals for further support. The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not yet been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews worked to clear the scene. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the site of the resulting wreckage and other debris. Local law enforcement officials are handling an ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident. 

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

New Mexico Distracted Driving Collisions

Across the nation, one of the main factors contributing to catastrophic collisions is distracted driving. Although texting and driving is the most well-known example, there are several other types of driver distraction as well, such as eating, using a phone, or even just chatting with a passenger. New Mexico is experiencing a crisis of distracted driving, with 21,894 crashes involving distracted drivers in the last year alone. In the United States, distracted drivers cause the deaths of over 3,000 people annually, with around nine fatalities occurring each day. Distracted drivers will take their eyes off the road for at least 10 percent of the time. Reckless drivers should be held accountable for their actions. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you fight for your legal rights during this difficult time. We believe that innocent victims should not be held financially liable for the actions of a reckless driver. Our Albuquerque car accident lawyers are here to help you get the most out of your case so you can get the compensation needed to achieve a full recovery. Contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566.