Solo-Car Crash on Central Avenue Led to Injury

Person Injured After Vehicle Slams Into Tree on Central Avenue

Albuquerque, NM (February 25, 2026) — On Thursday afternoon, at least one person was hurt after a single-vehicle crash on Central Avenue.

According to authorities, the collision happened around 3:15 p.m. at the intersection with Sycamore Street, when a vehicle veered off the roadway and struck a tree, causing both the car and the tree to catch fire.

Albuquerque Fire Rescue rushed to the scene to extinguish the flames and provide medical assistance to the injured victim.

Officials have not yet released details about the person’s condition or what caused the crash.

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