Albuquerque, NM – Serious Injuries in Collision at 6th St & Tijeras Ave
Albuquerque, NM (June 8, 2024) – On Saturday, June 8, there were confirmed injuries after a car crash in the Albuquerque area. The accident was reported at the intersection of 6th Street NW and Tijeras Avenue NW early that morning, around 9:14 a.m. At least one person involved was hurt in the crash, and emergency responders were quickly dispatched to render the necessary medical aid.
Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further treatment. At this time, the number and severity of the related damages have not been determined. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting wreckage and other debris in order to reopen the road to outside traffic. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
New Mexico Car Wrecks
Driving across the state of New Mexico always carries the risk of being involved in a serious car accident. Data from the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) indicates that one collision is reported in the state on average every 12 minutes. New Mexico has an average of one traffic injury on the road almost every 26 minutes, so anyone traveling through the state should be careful. Thousands of people are injured in car accidents in the state each year, and New Mexico leads the nation in the number of collisions caused by drunk driving, distracted driving, and speeding drivers. To ensure that your legal rights are upheld after being in a serious auto accident, you should carefully consult with an experienced lawyer to pursue a strong claim.
You may be able to pursue lost compensation after a serious car accident. Will Ferguson & Associates has a track record of success in helping injured parties pursue successful personal injury claims. For more information on whether you can pursue a compensation claim, call our law offices at (505) 243-5566 to work with a New Mexico law firm.