Albuquerque, NM – Serious Injury Crash at San Mateo Blvd & Prospect Ave

Albuquerque, NM (September 22, 2024) – On Sunday, September 22, there were confirmed injuries following a serious auto accident in the Albuquerque area. The collision was reported early that morning around 2:15 a.m., at the crossing of San Mateo Boulevard NE and Prospect Avenue NE. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt. 

Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to assist the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were later transferred to a nearby hospital for additional support. The circumstances leading to the accident have not been determined. The area was later reopened to outside traffic after tow trucks removed the resulting debris. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in progress. 

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

Car Accidents in New Mexico

Car accidents are the biggest cause of death and serious injuries in New Mexico. A crash can happen to anyone at any time while they are driving. In 2022, there were 466 fatal car accidents in the Land of Enchantment. About 36 percent of these fatalities were caused by drunk drivers, who were also involved in 170 deadly accidents. That year, 143 fatal accidents happened in Bernalillo County, more than any other county in the state. Statistics show that many of these accidents involve passengers who were not properly restrained, contributing to nearly 180 reported deaths. You should be ready to protect your legal rights if you or someone you care about is hurt unfairly in a major car accident by working closely with a trained legal team. 

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to fight for your legal rights. Our lawyers have a proven track record of helping injured parties from all over New Mexico pursue successful personal injury claims. If you are ready to discuss your case with a competent Albuquerque car accident lawyer, we are just a phone call away. Call our law offices today at (505) 243-5566. We can answer any questions that you may have about your case during a free initial consultation.