Albuquerque, NM - Pedestrian Injury Crash at I-40 & Eubank Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (May 19, 2021) - On Monday, May 17, a pedestrian was injured following a crash involving a motor vehicle in Albuquerque. 

Local reports indicated that the accident took place that night at around 9:04 p.m. The scene was located on the Interstate 40 WB off-ramp at Eubank Boulevard. It was there that a pedestrian was reportedly struck by a motor vehicle. 

Emergency responders were called to the scene to provide aid to the injured parties. The wounded victim was taken to a nearby hospital for the treatment of sustained injuries. At this time, it is unknown if the driver remained at the scene. 

The Albuquerque Police Department is managing the ongoing investigation. 

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

Pedestrian Accidents in Albuquerque

Despite an overall decrease in motor vehicle deaths nationwide, pedestrian fatalities continue to rise year over year. Statistics show that walkers are roughly 1.5 times more likely to be killed in a collision. In 2017, there were 5,977 pedestrians killed in motor vehicle collisions nationally, meaning that a pedestrian died every 88 minutes on average. That year, New Mexico had the highest rate of pedestrian fatalities in the country. 

Pedestrians are at a serious disadvantage when involved in a crash with a motor vehicle in New Mexico. Unlike those traveling in passenger cars, pedestrians 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 pedestrian 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 pedestrian accident, give us a call today at (505) 243-5566. 

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