Albuquerque, NM (January 15, 2026) – A serious collision involving two police vehicles left three officers injured Wednesday night near the intersection of Flora Vista Avenue Southwest and Coors Boulevard Southwest in Albuquerque.
Engine 33 and Rescue 334 were dispatched to the scene shortly after 9:00 p.m. following reports of a major crash involving law enforcement units. One of the vehicles was found fully engulfed in flames upon arrival, requiring immediate firefighting efforts to contain the blaze.
Three officers sustained injuries in the crash, with reports indicating trauma to the head, shoulder, and leg. Emergency personnel worked quickly to extract and stabilize the injured before initiating further medical care. The exact nature of their conditions has not been publicly released.
The crash prompted a significant emergency response and road closures in the area as investigators began documenting the scene. The cause of the collision remains under investigation, and authorities are reviewing all contributing factors, including vehicle dynamics and visibility at the time of impact.
Our thoughts are with the injured officers, and we wish them a strong and speedy recovery following this dangerous incident.