Albuquerque, NM – Major Injuries in Crash at Copper Ave & Louisiana Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (December 22, 2024) – At least one person suffered injuries following a car crash in the Albuquerque area on Saturday, December 21. The accident took place at the intersection of Copper Avenue NE and Louisiana Boulevard NE that evening at around 7:08 p.m. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties, and those requiring additional support were later hospitalized. 

At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The circumstances leading to the crash were not included in the initial reports. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be released as it continues.

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

New Mexico Car Accidents

There are an increasing number of fatal collisions occurring in New Mexico each year. According to data from the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT), the number of fatal crashes reported in the state increased from 398 in 2020 to 481 in 2021, a nearly 20 percent increase. Every year, thousands more people are injured in auto accidents around the state. It is critical that individuals involved in collisions be able to safeguard their legal rights by pursuing a compensation claim with the assistance of an experienced lawyer.

No one ever plans to be hurt in a serious crash. Sadly, it happens every day in New Mexico. Our team of Albuquerque personal injury lawyers is well-known across the state, and you can trust that your case is in good hands when you work with our skilled legal team throughout your claim. We are here to answer questions that you may have during a free consultation, and we will not stop until you are able to get the compensation you are truly owed. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.