Albuquerque, NM – Pursuit Crash Leaves Several Hurt Near Broadway & Lomas Blvds

Albuquerque, NM (December 7, 2025) – A multi-vehicle collision following an active law enforcement pursuit was reported on Friday, December 5, near the intersection of Broadway Boulevard and Lomas Boulevard in Albuquerque around 10:15 a.m., prompting a large emergency response and the closure of surrounding downtown roadways. The incident involved a suspect vehicle traveling at an extreme rate of speed before crashing into other traffic in the area.

According to preliminary accounts provided at the scene, deputies with the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office were pursuing a suspect when the suspect vehicle entered the Broadway Boulevard corridor at a reported speed exceeding 100 miles per hour. Witnesses indicated that the vehicle continued southbound through the area before striking another vehicle near the Broadway Boulevard and Lomas Boulevard intersection. The impact led to a chain collision involving a total of three vehicles, creating an immediate need for medical assistance and traffic control.

Emergency personnel arrived within minutes and began triage and transport efforts. Multiple ambulances were observed departing the crash area toward the University of New Mexico Hospital with injured occupants from the involved vehicles. Deputies remained on scene to secure the area, provide medical support coordination, and ensure the suspect was detained. Officials stated that after the collision, the suspect attempted to flee on foot but was quickly taken into custody by deputies and later escorted for medical evaluation.

Officials reported that the injuries to all parties were considered non-life-threatening. Investigators are expected to review roadway conditions, vehicle data, and witness observations to establish how the crash unfolded.

Our thoughts are with everyone injured in this collision, and we hope for a swift and complete recovery.

Car Accidents in New Mexico

High-speed crashes involving multiple vehicles often result in serious disruptions and can create complex injury and liability questions. In New Mexico, collisions tied to pursuits or reckless driving are typically investigated with close attention to speed, driver decision-making, traffic patterns, and the actions taken immediately before impact.

Downtown corridors frequently involve heavy cross-traffic and turning movements, which can lead to severe crashes in these areas. This may also raise concerns about intersection visibility and reaction time at higher speeds.

Even when injuries are described as non-life-threatening, the physical and financial consequences of a crash can be substantial. Common injuries in multi-vehicle car collisions include head trauma such as concussions; spinal and neck injuries, including disc damage; fractures to the arms, legs, ribs, or pelvis; internal injuries caused by blunt-force impact; and soft tissue harm that may limit mobility and daily activity.

Recovery may require emergency treatment, imaging, surgery, physical therapy, and follow-up care, with some victims facing ongoing pain or long-term limitations.

Victims of negligence-related crashes may be eligible to pursue compensation for the losses connected to their injuries. Depending on the facts of the case, recoverable damages can include medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost income, reduced future earning capacity, and compensation for pain, disability, or the lasting impact on quality of life.

When a collision involves reckless conduct or criminal behavior, additional legal considerations may apply, making early documentation and investigation especially important. Collecting medical records, crash reports, and witness statements can help clarify responsibility and preserve evidence that may otherwise fade or change over time.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a serious car crash in New Mexico, help is available. At Will Ferguson & Associates, we handle injury collisions statewide, including cases involving reckless driving and multi-vehicle impacts.

We will review the circumstances of your crash, explain your options, and work to pursue fair compensation for your injuries and related losses. Call Will Ferguson & Associates at (505) 578-1521 for a free consultation today with our car accident lawyer in Albuquerque.