Sunland Park, NM - One Killed After Being Pinned Under Car at McNutt Rd & Antone St

Sunland Park, NM (April 3, 2023) - On Sunday, April 2, one person was killed after a car accident in Sunland Park. 

The fatal accident was reported late that evening at the corner of McNutt Road and Antone Street. Emergency responders were called to the scene, and reports revealed that a victim was pinned underneath a vehicle. The injured party sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. 

No additional information has been provided at this time. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the fatal crash is in progress. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Gerald R. Woodard at this time.

Deadly Car Accidents in New Mexico

In New Mexico, there were about 50,000 traffic collisions in 2019. A total of 20,415 people were hurt in collisions that year and 425 people died. Auto accidents are frequently caused by dangerous behavior like drunk or distracted driving around the state. Fatal car accidents can be caused by a variety of things, including poor sleep, congested roads, and texting while driving. If you were hurt in a car accident in New Mexico as a result of the carelessness of another motorist, you might be entitled to compensation.

A wrongful death happens when someone passes away as a result of the carelessness, recklessness, negligence, or intentional conduct of another person or entity. Many wrongful death cases require swift action. If complete financial recovery is to be achieved, safeguarding evidence and locating defendants are frequently crucial.

Both wrongful death and personal injury claims are based on negligence, and they share many similarities. However, there are some primary differences. The most evident distinction between personal injury claims and wrongful death claims is that personal injury claims only involve an injury to the party. Wrongful death claims involve the death of the party.

Your grief is undoubtedly intense when a loved one dies unexpectedly in a car accident. Will Ferguson & Associates wrongful death lawyers are dedicated to seeking monetary compensation because we want to be there for you during this trying time. After the tragic loss of a loved one, our legal team is here to assist you in obtaining the just compensation to which you and your family are entitled to make sure that the at-fault party is held responsible while you also receive the justice you need to move on.  Recently bereaved families might not be thinking of filing a claim for compensation, but it could be a significant benefit to you and your surviving loved ones. Contact our office at (505) 243-5566 to set up a consultation with one of our Sunland Park wrongful death lawyers if you need assistance after a wrongful death.