Fatal Crash
11-Year-Old Killed in DWI Crash on I-40 in Albuquerque, 18-Year-Old Arrested
Incident record
September 25, 2026
9:00 p.m.
I-40
Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, NM
New-mexico
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Injuries reported
1 fatality
New Mexico State Police
Light drizzle · 60°F · 1 mph wind
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An 11-year-old child died Friday night in a crash on Interstate 40 in Albuquerque, according to KOB 4. New Mexico State Police responded to the scene and arrested an 18-year-old man in connection with the crash, KOB 4 reported.
Investigators say the crash involved driving while intoxicated, according to KOB 4. Details about the number of vehicles involved and the exact location along I-40 have not been released.
Weather data for the area shows light drizzle was falling around the time of the crash, with a temperature near 60 degrees and calm winds.
No further information about the circumstances leading up to the crash has been made public. New Mexico State Police have not released additional details on the identities of those involved beyond the ages reported.
This report will be updated as officials release more information.
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New Mexico accident information
- Injury statute of limitations
- 3 years (From date of injury (NMSA 37-1-8).)
- Wrongful death statute of limitations
- 3 years (From date of death (NMSA 41-2-2).)
- Fault rule
- New Mexico uses pure comparative negligence: you can recover even if largely at fault, reduced by your share.
- Citations
- NMSA 37-1-8 (SoL); NMSA 41-2-1 to 41-2-3 (wrongful death); pure comparative per Scott v. Rizzo
- Crash report agency
- New Mexico State Police for state crashes; local police/sheriff otherwise. State reports often via LexisNexis crash portal.
This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for guidance about your specific situation.
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