Albuquerque, NM – Serious Injuries in Crash at Central Ave & San Mateo Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (August 17, 2024) – At least one person was hurt in the aftermath of a car crash in Albuquerque on Saturday, August 17. That morning around 2:17 a.m., the accident was first reported at the corner of Central Avenue NE and San Mateo Boulevard NE. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties. 

The crash victims were provided medical aid at the scene, and those requiring further treatment were transferred by ambulance to local hospitals. The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present. Tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting wreckage and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. No updates on the crash are currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation. 

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

Car Accidents in New Mexico

New Mexico drivers have a bad reputation for being irresponsible. Hundreds of people are killed annually on the state’s roads, with thousands more being seriously injured. You can never totally stop a major crash from happening, but even something as simple as wearing a seatbelt can have a huge impact on how a collision plays out. With 143 fatalities overall, Bernalillo County had the highest number of fatal collisions in 2022. You should be ready to start working on your claim for compensation with the assistance of an experienced attorney if you or someone you love is severely hurt in an accident.

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has a proven history of helping clients win their personal injury cases. Our Albuquerque car accident lawyers are here to answer any questions that you may have about your case. Do not hesitate to call us at (505) 243-5566 to have our experienced legal team review your case. We are ready to fight for your full and fair compensation during this challenging time. We will gladly answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation.