Albuquerque, NM - Serious Injury Collision at Tingley Dr & Central Ave

Albuquerque, NM (August 9, 2023) - There were confirmed injuries resulting from a car accident that was reported on Wednesday, August 9, in the Albuquerque area. 

The accident reportedly took place at the crossing of Tingley Drive SW and Central Avenue SW near the time of 6:47 a.m. The accident left at least one person at the scene with injuries, and this prompted emergency crews to be rapidly dispatched to the area. The roadway was temporarily closed until the resulting debris could be cleared by responding tow trucks and emergency vehicles. 

At this time, the extent of the related damages has not been determined. No updates on the conditions of the crash victims have been provided. 

Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident. 

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

High-Speed Crashes in New Mexico

A speeding driver is putting themselves and everyone on the road in danger. This is because speeding can increase the risk of a serious crash, and it can also magnify the severity of any resulting injuries. This is purely because the force of impact is much greater than when a collision takes place at lower speeds. New Mexico ranks twelfth in the nation for speeding-related collisions. Thousands of people are killed nationally in high-speed crashes, and in the past thirty years, speeding has been involved in roughly one-third of reported traffic fatalities nationwide. 

The risk of a crash is always present when you are on the road, and you need to be ready if you find yourself the victim of a serious collision. Too many people in New Mexico are seriously injured in car accidents, and many crash victims do not know what to do to protect their legal rights. You should always make sure you talk to a trained attorney in order to determine the true worth of your case. Your lawyer can also help you negotiate with the insurance provider and collect evidence to back up your claim. 

You may be unsure of what to do immediately after an accident. You should always seek medical treatment right away. Even if you feel you were not seriously injured, there is a chance there is an injury that is just not obvious yet. After that, you need to reach out to an attorney who has experience handling car crash injury cases to help. 

Will Ferguson & Associates is a firm that is trusted by New Mexico residents. We have helped many people recover full compensation for their injuries resulting from a serious collision, and we want to make sure you and your family are able to make a financial recovery. Your crash may have left you with long-term damages, and you need to make sure you are able to cover these expenses. Call our offices today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a qualified attorney and see how we can help your case.