Albuquerque, NM - Cyclist Hit by Car at Rio Bravo Blvd & Prince St

Albuquerque, NM (March 9, 2021) - A bicycle rider suffered injuries after being involved in a motor vehicle accident in Albuquerque on Monday, March 8. 

The accident was reported that afternoon at around 12:48 p.m. According to local reports, the crash occurred at the crossing of Rio Bravo Boulevard SE and Prince Street SE. The cyclist was reportedly crossing at the intersection when he was struck by an oncoming motor vehicle. 

There were reported injuries following the crash. The identity of the injured party has not been released at this time. No further information on the accident has been provided. 

The Albuquerque Police Department is managing the crash investigation. 

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

Bicycle Accidents in Albuquerque

While riding a bike can be a great way to get around, it also leaves the rider more exposed to suffering serious injuries. To make matters worse, New Mexico has the second-highest bicycle fatality rate in the country. Millions of people use bicycles each year across the state. In 2013, there were more than 1,700 cyclists in New Mexico treated in hospitals for injuries sustained in a crash. That year, a total of seven riders were killed in fatal bicycle accidents in the state. 

Cyclists are at a serious disadvantage when involved in a crash with a motor vehicle in New Mexico. Unlike those traveling in passenger cars, riders have little protection from the full impact of an accident, and this is why pedestrian crashes are over-represented in national roadway fatalities each year. A New Mexico bicycle injury lawyer can help injured parties recover financial compensation for their injuries and other damages related to the crash.

At Will Ferguson & Associates, we know that personal injury claims can be challenging, and those who have suffered injuries in a crash often have many things on their minds. An experienced Albuquerque personal injury lawyer can investigate your accident, build your case, and fight for your right to maximum compensation. We will fight for you and make sure that you obtain the full value for your personal injury claim. If you have been unfairly injured in a New Mexico bicycle accident, give us a call today at (505) 243-5566. 

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