South Valley, NM – Off-Duty Officer Killed in Hit-&-Run at Chapulin Rd & Coors Blvd

South Valley, NM (August 15, 2024) – An off-duty police officer was killed after a hit-and-run accident in the South Valley area on Wednesday, August 14. The deadly crash occurred early that morning, around 1 a.m., at the corner of Chapulin Road and Coors Boulevard. It was later revealed that Officer Bianca Quintana was traveling on foot when she was hit by an oncoming motorist. 

The at-fault driver fled the scene without rendering aid to the injured party. Emergency responders were later dispatched to the scene, but despite life-saving measures, Quintana was later pronounced dead at the scene. The area was temporarily closed while local authorities worked to clear the scene. No further information on the deadly accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are managing an ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Deadly Hit-&-Run Accidents in New Mexico

The number of hit-and-run accidents in the United States is startlingly high, and it has soared in recent years. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the number of fatalities from hit-and-run accidents in the United States in 2020 was 38,825, which was the highest figure reported since 2007. Over the past ten years, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that, on average, 682,000 hit-and-run injuries were reported annually. It’s against the law for someone to flee the scene of an accident, and they should face consequences if their actions result in the death or serious injuries of another person. After your loved one passes away, a dedicated and sympathetic wrongful death attorney can work with you to make sure you can pursue all of your choices for emotional and psychological healing.

Will Ferguson & Associates is committed to helping you and your family. It is normal for families to put off pursuing a claim, which is more than understandable as you try to deal with the loss of a loved one. If you want to discuss your case with a South Valley wrongful death attorney, call our offices at (505) 243-5566 today.