Artesia, NM (May 22, 2021) - The identity of the officer killed in a fatal truck accident in Artesia has been revealed by local authorities.
On Friday, May 21, local reports revealed that 47-year-old Corporal Thomas Wade Frazier of the New Mexico State Police sustained fatal injuries after being involved in a crash with a semi-truck. Frazier was traveling on US-285 when he was rear-ended by the 18-wheeler.
Frazier sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead by attending medical personnel. The 20-year-old Dexter man operating the big rig was not injured in the crash. No further updates on the deadly collision have been provided at this time.
Local authorities are managing the ongoing investigation into the crash.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Thomas Wade Frazier at this time.
Fatal Trucking Crashes in New Mexico
A massive 18-wheeler can inflict life-changing injuries in the event of a collision, and those traveling in passenger cars are some of the most vulnerable. In 2019, there were 4,119 fatalities resulting from trucking collisions nationwide, and nearly 67% of these deaths involved the occupants of passenger vehicles. There are more than 500,000 tractor-trailer crashes reported each year.
Wrongful death lawsuits in New Mexico are meant to provide compensation to family members when the negligent actions of another party contributed to the loss of a loved one. The death of the victim does not mean that the at-fault party is no longer liable. The defendant is responsible for paying compensation to the family members of the deceased following a fatal New Mexico trucking accident. Surviving family members should partner with a law firm with years of experience helping victims successfully pursue wrongful death claims.
After losing a family member or loved one, bringing a lawsuit is likely the last thing on your mind. However, victims do not have to pursue a claim on their own. Will Ferguson & Associates is aware that no amount of compensation will ever bring back a loved one. Regardless, our legal team will fight tirelessly to ensure that you obtain the compensation you and your family deserve following the wrongful death of a loved one. Call us today at (505) 243-5566 to discuss your case with a New Mexico wrongful death attorney.
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Disclaimer: At Will Ferguson & Associates, it is our goal to honor the victims of the nightmarish accidents that often take place in New Mexico. We would also like to familiarize the public with ways they can avoid a similar fate and what they can do, should the unthinkable happen. The information contained within this article is not to be viewed as any type of medical or legal advice. The photographs depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.
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