Albuquerque, NM - Pedestrian Killed in Collision at Coors Blvd & Central Ave

Albuquerque, NM (November 27, 2023) - On Friday, November 24, a pedestrian died following a traffic accident in the Albuquerque area. The deadly accident took place at the corner of Coors Boulevard and Central Avenue. The victim was traveling on foot when they were hit by an oncoming motor vehicle. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene and render aid to the involved party. 

The injured pedestrian was transported to a local hospital where they later succumbed to their injuries. The identity of the deceased victim has been withheld. No additional information on the fatal crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it continues. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Deadly Pedestrian Crashes in New Mexico

Traveling by foot is a great way to get around, but unfortunately, pedestrians are far from safe while traveling in New Mexico. In fact, the state has one of the highest rates of pedestrian fatalities according to findings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The study found that there were four deaths per every 100,000 people. Nearly 50 percent of pedestrian fatalities in the state took place in the Albuquerque area. 

Most families are too consumed by their loss to even think about going to court. It seems only sense that you would need time to process the news of a terrible accident. However, it is also in your best interest to get started on your case right away. If you wait too long, you run the danger of losing important evidence that will support your case, which may prevent you from holding the person responsible for your loved one's death accountable for their actions.

Wrongful death claims allow those closest to the deceased the ability to pursue legal action. It is possible that the deceased was your home's main provider, and in their absence, you are now struggling to make ends meet. The deadly collision might have led to growing medical bills and other unanticipated costs.

Losing a loved one is incredibly upsetting. We never know when we will say goodbye to family members, and it is even more devastating when their passing is brought on by a careless driver's actions. Through wrongful death lawsuits, family members of the deceased can get just compensation for any losses they may have suffered as a result of the fatal collision. These could include burial costs, hospital bills, income loss, and other expenses. You need someone who is going to defend your family's rights. Many people of New Mexico have benefited financially from the assistance provided by Will Ferguson & Associates in pursuing wrongful death lawsuits. For more information on whether you have a case against the driver who caused the deadly accident, give our offices a call at (505) 243-5566. Our Albuquerque wrongful death attorneys are available to assist you at every stage of the process.