ATV Crash on Herrera Drive Injures 2 People [Santa Fe, NM]

Santa Fe, NM (July 9, 2026) — Two men suffered injuries, including one with critical injuries, after an ATV crash on Herrera Drive in Santa Fe on Thursday, according to police.

Officers responded to a field near Herrera Drive and Paseo Del Sol after receiving reports of an ATV crash along a dirt trail. When they arrived, they found both men injured at the scene. Emergency crews transported them to a local hospital, where they received medical treatment.

Investigators believe alcohol may have contributed to the crash. The Santa Fe Police Department’s DWI Unit obtained and executed a search warrant as part of the ongoing investigation.

Authorities continue to investigate the incident and ask anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact Traffic Officer Julian Martinez at 505-955-5402.

Let’s Avoid Vehicle Accidents

Avoiding vehicle accidents involves paying attention and practicing safe driving methods. And as always, you should follow the speed and traffic laws, and don’t text (or use your phone in any way) behind the wheel.

Keep a safe trailing distance to be able to stop, if necessary.

Do not drink and drive, and never get behind the wheel if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or if you are tired.

Watch your mirrors and use your turn signals, and check your blind spots, before changing lanes or making a turn. Drive calmly and patiently, especially in heavy traffic or bad weather.

When you drive responsibly and remain alert, you help prevent accidents and keep everyone on the road safe.

Operating an ATV while impaired can have life-changing consequences. Always avoid alcohol or drugs before riding, wear proper safety gear, and follow safe riding practices to help prevent serious injuries.

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The Aftermath of an ATV Accident

A car accident can change your life in the blink of an eye. Beyond the injuries you’ve suffered, you also may be under emotional stress, face mounting medical bills, and have lost wages — which are not to mention the issues you may be confronting in talking to your insurance company. It’s a confusing time, a time when you have so much on your mind, and that’s particularly true when you’re working on healing.

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