Albuquerque, NM - Ridgecrest Dr Car Crash Results in Injury

Albuquerque, NM (October 1, 2024) - At least one person was hurt following a car crash in the Albuquerque area on Tuesday, October 1. The collision took place at the 2804 block of Ridgecrest Drive SE that afternoon around 12:41 p.m. There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the extent and number of the related damages have not been determined. 

The crash victims were provided aid at the scene by attending medical personnel. Those requiring additional treatment were later transferred to local hospitals for further treatment. The circumstances leading to the crash have not been disclosed at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is in the hands of local law enforcement officials. More updates will be released as the inquiry progresses. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery. 

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