Rio Rancho, NM – Deadly Motorcycle Crash at Southern Blvd & 21st St

Rio Rancho, NM (March 14, 2024) – A motorcycle accident in Rio Rancho on Tuesday, March 12, left one person killed and another injured. The deadly accident took place at the corner of Southern Boulevard and 21st Street late that evening at around 8:20 p.m. The victims were traveling westbound on a motorcycle on Southern at the time of the incident. 

The motorcycle was hit by a vehicle driven by Thomas Lucero as he was attempting to make a left turn. Lucero entered the path of the oncoming rider, and both vehicles collided. Both riders were hospitalized for treatment of sustained injuries. One passenger on the bike, Eric Marlow, was later pronounced dead. The other passenger, Joleen Mascarenas, was listed in serious condition. No additional information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the fatal crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials. 

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

Deadly Motorcycle Accidents in New Mexico

There has been an increase in motorcycle accidents in New Mexico. The state recently experienced a nearly five-year high in motorcycle fatalities. Contrary to common belief, the actions of careless drivers is the most common cause of serious motorcycle accidents. Data from the University of New Mexico (UNM) shows that motorcycles are involved in around 2.3 percent of collisions and 14.2 percent of fatal collisions in the state. Riders are at serious risk every time they share the road with another vehicle. Statistics show that motorcyclists are nearly 26 times more likely to be killed in the event of a crash. If you recently lost someone close to you in a deadly accident, you may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim with the help of a trained attorney. 

In New Mexico, motorcycle accidents happen at an alarming rate, and riders in the state have a higher chance of sustaining potentially fatal injuries. Many drivers fail to look out for riders, which results in them not being given enough space on the road. This can cause a life-changing crash, and motorcycle crashes are more likely to cause fatal injuries. Grieving for a family member is never easy, and it can be considerably more difficult to deal with when you learn that the driver’s carelessness was the cause of the accident. 

A deadly car crash is never easy, and you should not have to handle the aftermath alone. The legal team at Will Ferguson & Associates can help you pursue a wrongful death case after a fatal motorcycle accident. We have helped many families in New Mexico recover after an untimely death, and we are here to help you during your hour of need. We will help investigate your accident and make sure everything necessary is done to maximize your compensation. Give us a call today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with an Rio Rancho wrongful death lawyer.