Albuquerque, NM – Major Injury Crash at I-25 & Gibson Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (August 15, 2024) – At least one person was hurt in the aftermath of a car crash in Albuquerque on Wednesday, August 14. That night, around 8:06 p.m., the accident was first reported on Interstate 25 SB near Gibson Boulevard SE. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties. 

The crash victims were provided medical aid at the scene, and those requiring further treatment were transferred by ambulance to local hospitals. The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. Tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting wreckage and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. No updates on the crash are currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation. 

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

Auto Accidents in New Mexico

Drivers in New Mexico have a reputation for being reckless. According to the state’s crash data for 2022, 170 persons died in collisions across the state, with drunk drivers accounting for roughly 36 percent of those fatalities. Although something as easy as tightening your seatbelt can make a big difference in how a collision plays out, you can never totally stop a major crash from happening. With 143 fatalities overall from crashes, Bernalillo County had the highest number that year. It’s critical that you are ready to begin working on your claim for compensation with the assistance of an experienced attorney in the event that you or a loved one sustains catastrophic injuries in an accident.

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has a proven history of helping clients win their personal injury cases. Our Albuquerque personal injury lawyers are here to answer any questions that you may have about your case. Give us a call at (505) 243-5566 so that an experienced lawyer can handle your case. When you work with our skilled team of attorneys, you will know your case is in good hands from start to finish.