Albuquerque, NM – Wreck with Injuries at Paseo Del Norte & Unser Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (August 20, 2024) – At least one person suffered injuries in the aftermath of an auto accident in the Albuquerque area on Tuesday, August 20. The crash occurred at the crossing of Paseo Del Norte NW and Unser Boulevard NW at around 6 a.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to render aid to the involved parties. 

Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for additional treatment. At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. The roadway was temporarily closed until tow trucks were able to remove the resulting debris. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local law enforcement officials. 

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

Some of the worst drivers in the country live right here in New Mexico, and it can be difficult to avoid reckless driving on the state’s roadways. In a recent year, driver distraction accounted for 8.3 percent of traffic fatalities and roughly 21.5 percent of injury collisions in New Mexico, making it one of the primary causes of catastrophic accidents. Statistics show that distracted drivers in the United States inflict hundreds of thousands of serious injuries and over 3,000 fatalities annually. In the event that you or a loved one sustains injuries in a car accident, you should be prepared to take action by working with an experienced lawyer.

The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to answer any questions that you may have about your rights during a free-of-charge consultation. Our Albuquerque car accident lawyers are prepared to fight for you and help you get a good outcome for your case. If you are ready to get to work on your personal injury claim, contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566.