Albuquerque, NM - One Killed in Head-On Crash at Unser & Paradise Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (March 3, 2023) - A two-vehicle crash in Albuquerque on Friday, March 3, left one person dead and another injured. 

At around 3 a.m., a blue BMW collided head-on with a silver Chevy Silverado pickup truck. The driver of the BMW sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the pickup was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. 

At this time, the circumstances leading to the deadly crash have not been determined. No further information has been provided.

Local authorities are handling the ongoing accident investigation. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.  Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.

Deadly Head-On Collisions in New Mexico

Head-on collisions are possibly the worst sort of collisions because of the extreme force involved, and these types of crashes take place when two vehicles are traveling in opposing directions, as opposed to other kinds of collisions. According to statistics, head-on crashes account for only 2% of collisions but significantly more than 10% of traffic fatalities. The most common types of injuries from a head-on collision are spinal injuries, brain injuries, catastrophic injuries, fractured bones, and even paralysis.

If you recently lost a loved one due to someone else's negligence, you and your family have undoubtedly been touched by the suddenness of the fatal accident. You might be considering how you will provide for the financial requirements of your family in the future, organize a funeral, and put the pieces back together. We recognize how challenging it can be and provide our assistance in the form of legal consultation in an effort to reduce your burden in any way we can. 

If a loved one passes away, receiving financial compensation may assist you and your family resume your normal lives. Compensation could be used to pay for funeral and medical expenses. Any wages or inheritance that your loved one would have otherwise received can also be replaced by your financial atonement. Your claim could provide you with cash compensation for the pain your loved ones are going through and for their absence. To protect your rights and guarantee that your case is handled properly, you need a wrongful death attorney.

Your way of life will undoubtedly be greatly impacted if you lose a loved one in a horrific, unforeseen car accident. The New Mexico wrongful death lawyers at Will Ferguson & Associates are dedicated to fighting for financial recompense to support you through this trying time. We understand the pain bereaved families experience, and our legal team is here to assist you in obtaining the just recompense. If you require assistance following the death of a loved one, contact our office at (505) 243-5566 to arrange a consultation with one of our Albuquerque wrongful death attorneys.