Albuquerque, NM (May 30, 2021) - Local authorities have taken a woman into custody in connection with a deadly DUI collision in Albuquerque last Sunday, May 23.
The fatal crash occurred at the intersection of Tower Road and Unser Boulevard. Sources revealed that 28-year-old Jennifer Munoz was traveling at 89 miles per hour in a 35-mph speed zone at the time of the accident. Munoz reportedly ran a red light at the intersection, colliding with another vehicle.
The driver of the other car, identified as 41-year-old Janell Katesigwa, was killed in the impact. Authorities found bottles of alcohol and a container of THC inside Munoz's vehicle following the fatal collision. The at-fault driver was taken to Metropolitan Detention Center after being released from the hospital.
An ongoing investigation into the accident is underway.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Janell Katesigwa at this time.
Deadly Drunk Driving Accidents in Albuquerque
Drunk driving is a serious threat to everyone traveling on the roadway, and New Mexico has one of the highest rates of alcohol-related arrests in the country. An estimated 10,000 people are killed annually in DUI collisions nationwide, with statistics revealing that someone is killed by a drunk driver every 52 minutes on average. An estimated 28 people lose their lives daily in crashes involving intoxicated motorists.
When the negligence of another person results in the loss of a loved one, it is natural that surviving family members would want to seek justice. A New Mexico wrongful death lawsuit could give them the financial compensation needed to cover funeral expenses and burial costs, medical expenses, mental suffering, and other damages related to a deadly accident. New Mexico wrongful death claims involve many complicated laws, including strict statutes of limitations and rules regarding who can file, so it helps to have the help of a qualified legal team on your side.
When you have lost a loved one in an accident that should never have happened, you need to speak with an Albuquerque fatal accident lawyer immediately to discuss your options for compensation. Will Ferguson & Associates knows that no amount of money in the world can truly be enough to compensate for the loss of a loved one. If you have recently lost a family member in a sudden crash, call us today at (505) 243-5566 to see how we can help.
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Thank you for posting this. Janell was a wonderful person. She dearly loved her children and husband. She supported her children in their endeavors. Her goal was to see them grown and well educated. Because of a senseless accident, she will not see the fruits of her labors.
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