Albuquerque, NM – Major Injuries in Collision at Iliff Rd & 57th St
Albuquerque, NM (November 12, 2024) – A serious car accident in Albuquerque required support from local paramedics on Tuesday, November 12. The accident took place early that morning around 8:20 a.m. at the intersection of Iliff Road NW and 57th Street NW. The crash victims were provided immediate medical aid by emergency responders at the scene.
The vehicles involved in the accident were significantly damaged, and the roadway was closed for several hours. Tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting debris and reopen the roadway. No updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it progresses.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
New Mexico Car Wrecks
For people living in New Mexico, automobile accidents continue to be the main cause of fatalities and serious injuries. There were 29,541 car accidents reported in the state in 2018 alone, and these crashes resulted in 229 fatalities. The state has seen a steady rise in the number of fatal crashes in recent years, and there were 466 reported fatalities on the state’s roads in 2022. Alcohol was a factor in over 36 percent of these fatal collisions, and these accidents resulted in 170 fatalities. With 143 reported road fatalities that year, Bernalillo County was the county with the most fatal collisions in the state that year.
You should never leave your recovery to chance. You need to contact a personal injury lawyer to get started on your case and make sure you are making informed decisions following a life-changing car accident. The qualified New Mexico law firm Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you navigate the complicated claims process. Our team of personal injury lawyers is here to answer any questions you may have about pursuing a personal injury claim, and we will be there to help you when you need us most. Do not hesitate to get started on your personal injury claim. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.
