Albuquerque, NM – Washington St & Graceland Dr Injury Wreck

Albuquerque, NM (November 17, 2024) – At least one person sustained injuries in the aftermath of a traffic accident in Albuquerque on Sunday, November 17. The collision occurred at around 4:22 p.m. near the crossing of Washington Street NE and Graceland Drive NE. The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel before being transferred to neighboring medical facilities. 

The extent and number of resulting injuries have not been determined at this time. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency responders were present, and tow trucks were later dispatched to clear the resulting wreckage and reopen the road to outside traffic. Local authorities are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash. 

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

Reckless Driving Crashes in New Mexico

Driver distraction is an issue that is becoming more prevalent around the country, and New Mexico is no exception. Across the state, distracted driving causes an estimated 40.75 percent of fatal car accidents. This is more than five times the 8.12 percent national average. Recent statistics show that distracted driving played a role in the majority of fatal collisions in New Mexico. Make sure your legal rights are adequately safeguarded if an irresponsible driver causes you to be seriously injured in a collision.

Sharing the road with other drivers means you can never completely prevent a crash. We have all seen drivers engage in reckless actions on the road, whether it be changing lanes erratically or exceeding the speed limit. You should never be alone after a serious car accident. A trained Albuquerque car crash lawyer can help you recover during this difficult time. Will Ferguson & Associates has a proven track record of helping crash victims, and we are ready to get work on your case. You need someone who will stand by your side, handle negotiations with the insurer and be prepared to take your case to court if necessary. We are here to answer all your questions. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566.