Roswell, NM – Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash on S Main St Near Air Center

Roswell, NM (February 29, 2024) – A tragic single-vehicle crash claimed one life and left another severely injured on Wednesday, February 28. The accident occurred just after 1 p.m. on S Main St, north of the Roswell Air Center.

The Roswell Police Department reported that the vehicle’s second occupant suffered severe injuries and required extrication by the Roswell Fire Department.

Investigations into the cause of the deadly incident are underway, as officials work to determine the events leading up to the crash.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/roswell-nm-fatal-single-vehicle-crash-on-s-main-st-near-air-center/

Dexter, NM – High Winds Lead to Fatal Crashes and Road Closures

Dexter, NM (February 28, 2024) – High winds wreaked havoc in Dexter on Tuesday, February 27, causing several fatal accidents and leading to road closures. The Chaves County Sheriff’s Office reported closures on all roads into Dexter and Hagerman, including State Rd 2, due to the dangerous conditions.

Winds, reaching speeds between 40 and 60 miles per hour, contributed to multiple vehicular incidents. Among these, a significant crash on Hwy 285 near Orchard Park Rd resulted in at least one fatality. Specifics of the incidents are still being gathered.

The Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating the crashes and working on safety measures.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/dexter-nm-high-winds-lead-to-fatal-crashes-and-road-closures/

Eddy County, NM – Fatal Collision on US-285 & SR-31 Involving Passenger and Commercial Vehicles

Eddy County, NM (February 26, 2024) – A fatal two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of US HWY 285 and SR-31 on Sunday, February 25. The crash, involving a passenger vehicle and a commercial motor vehicle occurred early in the morning at around 6:47 a.m.

Anthony Javier Rivera, a 20-year-old from Fabens, Texas, was pronounced dead at the scene despite EMS’s life-saving efforts. Authorities notified Rivera’s next of kin. No other injuries were reported. During the on-scene investigation, the crash led to a closure of the intersection in all directions for about three hours.

The Eddy County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit has completed a preliminary investigation but continues to look into the crash. They urge anyone with information to contact Lieutenant James Lara of the Eddy County Traffic Unit. The investigation remains active.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/eddy-county-nm-fatal-collision-on-us-285-sr-31-involving-passenger-and-commercial-vehicles/

Albuquerque, NM – Pedestrian Fatality at Tramway & Manitoba Intersection

Albuquerque, NM (February 24, 2024) – A pedestrian died after being struck by a car on Thursday, February 22. The accident occurred at the intersection of Tramway and Manitoba. According to police, the driver, heading north on the Tramway, collided with the pedestrian crossing east to west. 

The crash happened despite the pedestrian using the crosswalk and the driver having a green light. Witnesses reported seeing the tragic incident. First responders pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene. Investigators have found no evidence of speeding or alcohol involvement. 

The investigation into the deadly accident is still underway.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/albuquerque-nm-pedestrian-fatality-at-tramway-manitoba-intersection/

Albuquerque, NM – Pedestrian Fatality in Crash at Carlisle Blvd & Indian School Rd

Albuquerque, NM (February 21, 2024) – A pedestrian died following a collision with a vehicle near Carlisle Blvd and Indian School Rd on Tuesday, February 20. The Albuquerque Police Department reported that the incident occurred around 10 p.m. Responding officers made contact with the driver at the scene and discovered the pedestrian, who had succumbed to their injuries.

The Albuquerque Police Department’s Fatal Crash Team is currently investigating the crash. They aim to understand the circumstances that led to this tragic event. Further details are pending as the investigation continues. The community has expressed concerns over safety in the area, calling for measures to prevent future incidents.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/albuquerque-nm-pedestrian-fatality-in-crash-at-carlisle-blvd-indian-school-rd/

Albuquerque, NM – Fatal Motorcycle Crash at Coors Blvd & Irving Blvd

Albuquerque, NM (February 14, 2024) – A tragic motorcycle accident occurred on Tuesday, February 13, claiming one life at the intersection of Coors Blvd and Irving Blvd. Albuquerque Police Department officials arrived around 9 p.m. to investigate the crash. They found one individual dead upon their arrival.

Emergency responders rushed another person involved in the crash to the hospital. The severity of the injuries suffered by this second victim remains unspecified. Police have yet to release further details on their condition.

The circumstances leading up to the crash are still under investigation by local authorities. The community awaits answers as they piece together what happened on that fateful evening. The investigation continues, with officials working to determine the cause of this fatal incident.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/albuquerque-nm-fatal-motorcycle-crash-at-coors-blvd-irving-blvd/

Santa Fe, NM – Two Plano West Alumni Killed in Wrong-Way Collision on Hwy 84/285

Santa Fe, NM (February 14, 2024) – A tragic wrong-way crash on Highway 84/285 in Santa Fe on Thursday, February 8, claimed the lives of two 26-year-olds, Jordan Dwyer and Landon Crossley, both graduates of Plano West. A Jeep, driven southbound in the northbound lanes by Scott Sullivan, 51, from Topanga, California, collided head-on with their Dodge Ram.

Dwyer and Crossley were pronounced dead at the scene, while two other passengers were hospitalized. Sullivan faces charges including two counts of homicide by vehicle and DWI. He is currently held without bond.

Funeral services for Dwyer and Crossley, who returned to North Texas post-college, are scheduled for later this week. The investigation into the crash continues.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/santa-fe-nm-two-plano-west-alumni-killed-in-wrong-way-collision-on-hwy-84-285/

Santa Fe, NM – Wrong-Way Crash on Hwy 84/285 Results in Two Fatalities

Santa Fe, NM (February 11, 2024) – A devastating collision caused by a wrong-way driver on Highway 84/285 led to two deaths on Thursday night around 10:56 p.m. A Jeep, driven by Scott Sullivan, 51, of California, traveling south in the northbound lane, collided head-on with a northbound Dodge Ram near the North Tesuque Interchange.

The crash claimed the lives of Jordan Dwyer, 26, and Landon Crossley, 26, with two others hospitalized. Sullivan, suspected of DUI, faces charges including vehicular homicide and reckless driving. The Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office continues the investigation, highlighting alcohol as a contributing factor.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/santa-fe-nm-wrong-way-crash-on-hwy-84-285-results-in-two-fatalities/

Raton, NM – Fatal Crash Between Semi-Truck and Pickup on US 64/87

Raton, NM (February 11, 2024) – A tragic collision on US Highway 64/87, near milepost 355, claimed the life of an infant on Friday, February 9, around 5:21 p.m. Kiustyn Martin De La Torre, 41, from Florida, was driving a 2022 Ram pickup eastbound at a reduced speed with emergency flashers on when it was hit from behind by a semi-truck driven by Talon Green, 29, of Texas.

Four passengers from the pickup were hospitalized in Raton, while the infant was pronounced dead at the scene. The semi-truck’s driver received, minor injuries. The highway was closed for investigation, causing significant traffic delays.

Authorities stated alcohol was not a factor, and all occupants had seatbelts on, with the infant secured in a car seat. The New Mexico State Police are investigating the crash.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/raton-nm-fatal-crash-between-semi-truck-and-pickup-on-us-64-87/

Santa Fe, NM – Two Fatalities in Head-On Hwy Crash at N. Tesuque Interchange

Santa Fe, NM (February 10, 2024) – A head-on collision on Saturday, February 10, led to two fatalities on the highway at the N. Tesuque Interchange. A Jeep, driven by Scott Sullivan, 51, from Topanga, CA, entered the northbound lane going the wrong way and collided with a pickup truck. 

The truck’s driver and a rear passenger, both aged 26, died from their injuries. Two other passengers were rushed to Christus St. Vincent Hospital; their conditions remain unknown. Authorities suspect alcohol played a role in the crash, resulting in Sullivan facing charges including vehicular homicide and DWI. 

The investigation continues.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/santa-fe-nm-two-fatalities-in-head-on-hwy-crash-at-n-tesuque-interchange/

Sunland Park, NM – Serious Two-Vehicle Crash at McNutt Rd & 1st St Hospitalizes Two

Sunland Park, NM (February 8, 2024) – A serious crash at the intersection of McNutt Rd and 1st St in Sunland Park resulted in hospitalization for two women on Wednesday, February 7. The incident, which required using an extraction device, occurred around 1:30 PM.

The victims, one in her teens and the other in her twenties were transported to University Medical Center in El Paso with serious injuries. Both are now in serious but stable condition, according to Daniel Medrano from the Sunland Park Police Department.

Sunland Park Fire and Dona Ana Fire Rescue teams responded to the emergency. Authorities are continuing to investigate the crash.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/sunland-park-nm-serious-two-vehicle-crash-at-mcnutt-rd-1st-st-hospitalizes-two/

Albuquerque, NM – I-40 WB Injury Crash Near MM 177 Leads to Lane Closures

Albuquerque, NM (February 6, 2024) – A crash on I-40 westbound near mile marker 177, just east of Tijeras, has forced the closure of all lanes. The incident occurred on Monday, February 5, leading to significant traffic delays.

The cause of the crash and the extent of any injuries remain unknown at this time. Authorities are advising drivers to find alternative routes to avoid the area. Investigations into the crash are ongoing as officials work to determine the cause and clear the site for traffic.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/albuquerque-nm-i-40-wb-injury-crash-near-mm-177-leads-to-lane-closures/

Albuquerque, NM – Pedestrian Fatality in Hit-and-Run on 4th St & Guadalupe Trl NW

Albuquerque, NM (February 3, 2024) – A hit-and-run incident claimed a pedestrian’s life on Wednesday, January 31, around 7:30 p.m. The collision occurred at the intersection of 4th St and Guadalupe Trl NW. Authorities arrived to find the pedestrian deceased at the scene. Albuquerque police are now conducting a thorough investigation to locate the driver who fled post-incident. Efforts to gather evidence and witness accounts are underway as part of the ongoing inquiry into this tragic event.

source https://localaccidentreports.com/albuquerque-nm-pedestrian-fatality-in-hit-and-run-on-4th-st-guadalupe-trl-nw/