Moriarty, NM - Deadly Accident with RV, Semi-Truck on I-40

Moriarty, NM (April 18, 2024) - There were fatal injuries reported after a fatal two-vehicle accident in the Moriarty area on Wednesday, April 17. The deadly crash was reported on Interstate 40 EB early that morning around 10:30 a.m. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene after being notified of a vehicle and grass fire. 

It was later revealed that a recreational vehicle (RV) and a semi-truck collided at the scene. The injured parties were provided aid by attending medical personnel. One person was killed in the accident, and another was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition. No updates on the condition of the other party have been provided at this time. The area was closed for several hours while emergency crews were present. No further information on the deadly accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery. 

New Mexico Deadly Truck Accidents 

Semi-truck collisions are known to cause numerous fatal incidents in New Mexico each year and can be absolutely devastating. Compared to a regular collision, the death rate in an 18-wheeler crash is significantly higher. Statistics show that one in every 35 semi-truck crashes ends in a fatality in the state. When fully loaded, a commercial truck can weigh tens of thousands of pounds, and smaller passenger cars do not stand a chance in the event of a crash. In 2022, there were 821 heavy truck crashes reported in the state, of which 235 resulted in injuries and 44 in fatalities. Approximately 30 percent of semi-truck collisions result in fatalities. If someone close to you is killed in a crash with an 18-wheeler, you should partner with a trained lawyer to pursue a wrongful death claim. 

It is difficult to manage the aftermath of a fatal crash on your own. To get justice during this difficult time, you must be certain that you are able to pursue a claim for compensation. Coping with a loved one's death is difficult enough. It is not your place to handle the financial fallout from a fatal accident. It is nevertheless necessary to hold the guilty party accountable in order to provide you with the justice you require in order to return to your regular life.

It is important that you and your family are able to seek justice after a deadly crash. You need to be sure that you can get the most out of your case by working with a trained Moriarty 18-wheeler accident lawyer. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you during this time to ensure your legal rights are protected. We are just a phone call away if you are ready to get started on your case. Contact our law offices today at (505) 243-5566.