Rio Rancho, NM – Injury Crash Reported at Barbara Loop & NM-528

Rio Rancho, NM (May 8, 2026) – Emergency crews and the Bernalillo County Public Safety responded to a motor vehicle crash with reported injuries near the intersection of Barbara Loop and New Mexico Highway 528 in Rio Rancho on Friday, May 8, at approximately 8:12 a.m. The accident occurred near the Dutch Bros location along that corridor.

Emergency units dispatched to the scene included ladder and rescue crews. The number of vehicles involved and the full extent of injuries were not confirmed at the time of the initial response. Further details about those injured have not been released.

The crash remains under investigation. 

Our thoughts are with anyone hurt in this accident as they receive care and recover.

How to Report a Car Accident in New Mexico

After a car accident in New Mexico, you must report the crash to local law enforcement immediately if it involves injury, death, or significant property damage. If police respond to the scene, they will generate an official crash report, but you may also need to file a separate report with the New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division within five days.

Reporting the accident promptly protects your legal position. An official police report documents the time, location, and initial observations about the crash. It records driver and witness statements while details are still fresh. This report becomes a foundational piece of evidence during insurance claims and any legal proceedings that follow.

When filing your report, include the date, time, and exact location of the accident, the names and insurance details of all drivers involved, a description of what happened, and information about any injuries. Photographs of the scene, vehicle damage, and road conditions strengthen the report and support your account of events. If witnesses were present, their contact information adds further credibility to your version of events.

New Mexico’s pure comparative fault rule means that fault can be shared between drivers. A well-documented crash report helps establish an accurate account of what happened and prevents your share of fault from being overstated by an insurance company. In these cases, a Rio Rancho car accident attorney can review your report, identify any gaps in documentation, and explain how New Mexico law applies to your situation. 

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a crash in Rio Rancho or throughout New Mexico, our team can provide clear information about possible next legal steps. At Will Ferguson & Associates, we have extensive experience representing injured victims after an accident. 

To learn more, call Will Ferguson & Associates at (505) 243-5566. We can walk you through your available options.