Albuquerque, NM – Passenger Killed in Wrong-Way Crash at I-25 & Paseo Del Norte

Albuquerque, NM (January 22, 2024) – On Sunday, January 21, one person was killed and others were injured after a crash involving a wrong-way driver in the Albuquerque area. The deadly accident took place on the southbound on-ramp for Interstate 25 near Paseo Del Norte early that morning. Local reports indicated that a Ford Focus was traveling westbound on Paseo Del Norte when the driver noticed the lights of an oncoming Honda. 

The driver of the Ford attempted to change lanes at the same time as the other motorist, and the Honda was traveling in the wrong direction when both vehicles collided head-on. A passenger in the Ford suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. 

Both drivers were hospitalized for treatment of sustained injuries. Authorities indicated that the driver of the Honda showed signs of impairment at the time of the accident. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly crash is in progress. 

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

Deadly Wrong-Way Collisions in New Mexico

When a driver is traveling in the wrong direction, they are at risk of crashing head-on into an oncoming motorist. More than 2,000 people were killed in wrong-way crashes across the United States from 2015 to 2018, with an estimated 500 fatalities happening per year on average. This is a nearly 34 percent increase from the 375 fatalities per year reported from 2010 to 2014. A total of 2,921 fatal wrong-way crashes from 2010 to 2018 contributed to 3,885 deaths, with an estimated 430 deaths per year. An estimated four in ten of these deaths were outside the vehicle traveling in the wrong direction. 

A deadly crash is a difficult time for anyone. In a matter of seconds, someone close to you can be taken away when you least expect it. You need to be sure that you are aware of your legal rights after a deadly car accident. Many families make the crucial mistake of delaying legal action, and at first, this may seem like the correct response. You want to make sure you are able to take time to grieve the victim, but you also need to be sure to take immediate action in order to secure your financial future. 

You need to know that you are not alone after a fatal car crash. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has helped grieving families from all over the state of New Mexico pursue successful wrongful death claims. We are here to fight for you and uphold justice. Our team of Albuquerque wrongful death lawyers will be able to give you the legal guidance necessary in order to successfully pursue a claim. If you are ready to get to work on your case, contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your situation with a caring lawyer.