Las Cruces, NM – One Killed, Others Hurt in Semi-Truck Crash on I-10

Las Cruces, NM (May 7, 2025) – One person was killed and two others were injured following a two-vehicle collision outside of Las Cruces on Tuesday, May 6. The deadly accident took place on Interstate 10 near mile marker 117 early that morning at around 8:30 a.m. Two commercial vehicles reportedly collided at the scene. 

It was later revealed that a truck driven by 67-year-old Freddie Mosley crashed into the rear of another commercial truck. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. Despite life-saving aid from attending paramedics, Mosley suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver and passenger of the other truck were transported by ambulance to a local hospital for the treatment of sustained injuries. No updates on their conditions have been provided. The highway was closed for several hours while emergency crews were present. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Fatal Trucking Accidents in New Mexico

You can sustain life-altering injuries in an accident with a large commercial vehicle. In 2019, there were 3,000 reported crashes involving semi-trucks in New Mexico, according to the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT). A total of 75 people lost their lives in these collisions, while hundreds more suffered serious injuries. An estimated 1 in every 30 semi-truck crashes in the state results in a fatality. This incidence is considerably higher than the fatality rate of a typical vehicle crash. Knowing how bad these crashes can be will help you prepare to defend your rights. 

You need to have a strong understanding of your legal options for recovery. The team of attorneys at Will Ferguson & Associates can help you navigate the often complicated legal process and make sure that you can get the compensation you need and deserve. Our New Mexico semi-truck crash lawyers are here to ensure your case is as strong as possible and that you and your family can recover after a deadly crash. Call us today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case.