Police Sergeant Injured in Motorcycle Accident on 25 Freeway [Glorieta, NM]

Officer Hospitalized in Glorieta Motorcycle Accident With SUV

 
GLORIETA, NM (June 12, 2020)—A police sergeant is recovering in the Intensive Care Unit following Friday’s motorcycle accident on 25 Freeway near Mile Marker 303.
 
According to reports, the New Mexico State Police sergeant was heading southbound in the left lane just before a southbound gold GMC Yukon made a left turn from the right lane.
 
The GMC reportedly crossed into the inside passing lane, striking the Sergeant’s motorcycle.
 
As a result of the crash, paramedics transported both drivers to St. Vincent Hospital in Santa Fe. From there, they airlifted the police sergeant to an Albuquerque hospital for further medical treatment.
 
Information surrounding which factors contributed to the accident, including speed or impairment, has yet to be confirmed. However, anyone who would like to help authorities, please call the local police department.
 
We take a risk every day when getting behind the wheel. In understanding this, we should prepare ourselves better to reduce the risks of car accidents. Keep a three-second cushion from the car ahead of you, drive the posted speed limit and be wary of other drivers and their actions. Being more aware gives you a chance to react to emergencies.

Have you been injured in a reckless auto accident and would like to open a claim? Call (800) 625-5052 to speak to the attorneys at Steve Mehr. We offer reliable legal care to victims of reckless car accidents, guiding them in the legal fight. In the throes of recovery, seeking help may be the furthest option to consider; however, we are here to remind you of our assistance. While you recover and heal, leave the investigation up to us. If you would like more information regarding this accident, click here to request a police report.