Albuquerque, NM - Serious Injuries in Crash at First St & Arvada Ave

Albuquerque, NM (December 13, 2024) - On Thursday, December 12, a car crash in Albuquerque resulted in confirmed injuries. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene at the corner of First Street NW and Arvada Avenue NW that night around 9:45 p.m. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. 

The crash victims were provided aid by attending medical personnel. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for additional treatment. The circumstances leading to the crash have not yet been determined. Tow trucks were needed to clear the scene and reopen the roadway to outside traffic. No updates on the conditions of the injured parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

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

New Mexico Auto Accidents

People are hurt and killed each day in car crashes across the state of New Mexico. According to the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT), there were 467 people killed on the state’s roads in 2022. Statistics show that 143 of these deaths involved car crashes. Nearly 23 percent of these fatalities were caused by drunk drivers, contributing to 106 deaths in total. Bernalillo County was the site of 111 of these deaths. No matter what type of accident left you with serious injuries, you need to be prepared to protect your legal rights if you or someone close to you is unfairly hurt in a serious collision. That means consulting with a diligent attorney to discuss your options for pursuing a full recovery. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates has a proven track record of helping injured parties pursue successful personal injury claims. When you work with our legal team, you can rest assured that your case is in good hands. Our Albuquerque personal injury lawyers want to help you get back to your normal life and kickstart your recovery. If you are ready to get to work on your personal injury claim, contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566.