Albuquerque, NM – Driver Hospitalized After Truck Rollover Crash at Desert Rd & Broadway

Albuquerque, NM – Driver Hospitalized After Truck Rollover Crash at Desert Rd & Broadway

Posted by: Joanne Holcomb on April 6, 2023

Albuquerque, NM (April 6, 2023) – One person was injured after a tractor-trailer reportedly overturned during a crash that occurred on Wednesday evening, April 5th. The incident was reported at the intersection of Desert Road and Broadway Boulevard in the South Valley area of Albuquerque.

Albuquerque, NM – Driver Hospitalized After Truck Rollover Crash at Desert Rd & Broadway

According to law enforcement, a gas tank semitrailer overturned onto its side after being involved in a crash at the intersection. The impact of the accident caused gasoline to spill across the roadway, and emergency responders were called to the scene.

After arriving in the area, crews worked to clean up the spill and assist those who were injured in the crash. The driver of the truck was transported to the University of New Mexico Hospital. The victim reportedly sustained a neck injury in the crash.

At this time, there are no updates available concerning the condition of the truck driver or whether anyone else was injured. An investigation into the incident is ongoing.

We hope for the full recovery of the injured victim and their family at this time. Our thoughts are with them and all those who have been affected by this incident.