Albuquerque, NM – One Hospitalized After Fiery Crash with police Vehicle at Lomas & Louisiana

Albuquerque, NM – One Hospitalized After Fiery Crash with police Vehicle at Lomas & Louisiana

Posted by: Joanne Holcomb on March 24, 2023

Albuquerque, NM (March 24, 2023) – Law enforcement officials with the Albuquerque Police Department say that a two-vehicle accident involving a police car resulted in injuries on Thursday, March 23rd. The collision was reported near the intersection of Lomas and Louisiana Boulevards in the city of Albuquerque.

Albuquerque, NM – One Hospitalized After Fiery Crash with police Vehicle at Lomas & Louisiana

According to the APD, one of their vehicles was involved in a crash with a civilian vehicle for undetermined reasons. The force of the crash caused the APD vehicle to catch fire, and emergency responders were immediately summoned to the area.

Upon arrival, crews located at least one seriously injured occupant of the other vehicle. The wounded victim was transported to a local hospital to undergo evaluation and treatment of sustained injuries.

At this time, no details have been provided concerning the condition of the hospitalized victim, but their injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.

The cause of the accident remains under investigation.

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