Albuquerque, NM – Pedestrian Killed in Hit-&-Run at Central Ave & Laguayra Dr

Albuquerque, NM (November 6, 2023) – On Friday morning, November 3, a pedestrian was killed following a hit-and-run crash in Albuquerque. 

The deadly crash occurred at the corner of Central Avenue NE and Laguayra Drive early that morning at around 5 a.m. Officers were sent to the scene after reports of gunfire and found a victim who had been hit by a car. 

The injured party was reportedly conscious when officers arrived but was later pronounced dead at the scene. The at-fault driver fled the scene, and there is currently limited information regarding the suspect vehicle and other factors involved in the incident. 

No additional information has been provided at this time. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly accident is in progress. 

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

Deadly Hit-&-Run Accidents in New Mexico

Hit-and-run collisions are happening at alarming rates in the United States, and in recent years, they have increased to record levels. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that 38,825 hit-and-run fatalities occurred across the country in 2020. This is the highest number since 2007. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety discovered that in the previous ten years, there was an average of 682,000 hit-and-run injuries reported annually. Someone is breaking the law when they leave the scene of an accident, and they should be held accountable for their actions. 

A deadly crash can be completely devastating, and it is usually those closest to the victim who are left to pick up the pieces. Unexpected damages such as medical bills, funeral expenses and burial costs can be difficult to deal with, and you need to be sure that you are prepared to take the necessary action to protect your legal rights. It can be confusing and overwhelming to even consider taking legal action after the of a family member. However, if you later find out that their death was caused by someone else’s reckless actions, you need to be prepared to fight for full and fair compensation. 

A trained attorney will be able to help you navigate the confusing legal process that comes with a wrongful death claim. You want to do whatever you can to pursue the full and fair compensation you are owed after a deadly crash, and you need to partner with an experienced lawyer to ensure that the person responsible is brought to justice. 

You should not be on your own when pursuing compensation after a deadly pedestrian crash. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has years of experience helping injured parties pursue full and fair compensation for their injuries and other damages. We want to ensure that you and your family can make a complete recovery following a fatal crash. Our Albuquerque wrongful death lawyers will stop at nothing in order to protect the rights of your deceased loved one. Contact us today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a caring attorney.