Curry, NM - Dawn Renee Dozier Fatally Hit in Bicycle Crash at CR K & Curry Rd 7

Curry, NM (November 27, 2023) - A local woman was killed following a hit-and-run crash in the Curry area on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, November 23. The victim was riding a bicycle on County Road K between Curry Road 7 and Curry Road 8 at around 7:45 p.m. when she was hit by an oncoming motorist. Local reports revealed that 43-year-old Fernando Chavez-Molina hit the cyclist and proceeded to flee the scene. He was later apprehended by officials and is currently facing charges related to the accident. 

The rider suffered fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead. The victim was later identified as 57-year-old Dawn Renee Dozier of Clovis. No additional information on the deadly accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation, and more information will be made public as the investigation progresses. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Dawn Renee Dozier at this time.

Fatal Bicycle Crashes in New Mexico

Riding a bike is far from safe, especially when you are sharing the road with careless drivers. However, it is a great method for many people to get around in New Mexico. The average number of bicycle deaths in New Mexico is about on par with the national average. According to the data, bicycle crashes claim the lives of an average of 3.4 persons in the state for every million people. Riders have little protecting them from the full impact of a crash, and you need to be ready to pursue compensation if you or someone close to you is hurt in a bicycle crash. 

Many New Mexico residents choose to get around by bike, and you want to believe that other vehicles traveling nearby will pay proper attention to the road. Unfortunately, catastrophic bicycle collisions do occur, and almost little shields a roder from the full force of an impact. When you travel the streets of Albuquerque, you are more vulnerable if you do not have the protection of a motor vehicle. 

It is well known that many bicycle collisions in New Mexico can result in fatal injuries. It is never easy to lose a family member, particularly when their death was caused by another's negligent actions. After a fatal vehicle accident, families are frequently left to pick up the pieces, but those close to the person may have legal choices. To find out what options are available to you in your pursuit of compensation, get in touch with a trained New Mexico wrongful death lawyer.

A fatal collision will alter your course in life. This is not the time for you to be alone. After a fatal bicycle accident, Will Ferguson & Associates is committed to helping you and your family receive justice because we know how to get genuine results for our clients. To discuss your case with a Curry wrongful death lawyer, call our offices at (505) 243-5566.