Albuquerque, NM – One Killed, Others Hurt in Racing Accident on Coors Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (January 15, 2024) – On Sunday, January 14, one person was killed and others were injured after a racing-related accident in the Albuquerque area. The crash occurred on Coors Boulevard near Hanover Road early that morning at around 12:30 a.m. Local reports indicated that two drivers were racing down Coors Boulevard when one crashed. 

The driver was ejected and killed in the collision. Other occupants involved in the crash were injured and hospitalized for treatment. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. 

At this time, no updates on the accident are currently available. The identities of the involved parties have been withheld. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more information will be released as it continues. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Guadalupe Maldonado at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery. 

Deadly Car Crashes in New Mexico

Auto accidents continue to be the leading contributors to death and serious injury across the state of New Mexico. Recent findings have found that 2021 was one of the deadliest years for the state’s roadways in recent memory. There were 470 traffic deaths across the state that year, a notable increase from the 425 fatalities that occurred in 2019. A total of 110 of the roadway fatalities that took place in New Mexico in 2021 involve drunk drivers, and the state leads the nation in alcohol-related arrests. 

Wrongful deaths are unfortunate realities for many New Mexico residents. Losing someone close to you is always difficult. Not only does it present serious grief, but it can also disrupt finances, childcare, and other aspects of your life. When someone is killed in a senseless auto accident caused by another person, the loss can become even harder to handle. When the death was caused by the reckless actions of a negligent driver and could have been prevented, the survivors may be able to pursue a claim in order to make a financial recovery and be able to continue with their everyday lives to the best of their ability. These types of cases are known as wrongful death claims, and you need to partner with a skilled personal injury lawyer in New Mexico who is able to protect your legal rights. 

You need to know that you are not alone following a deadly car crash. Residents of New Mexico are entitled to pursue compensation in the event of a fatal collision, and the legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to support you every step of the way. We understand that you are going through a difficult time, and we have a proven track record of helping families pursue wrongful death claims. Our Albuquerque wrongful death lawyers will be able to help you during every step of your case. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566 to get started on your claim.