Posted on Dec 23, 2024

2 crashes close portion of Interstate 25 in Santa Fe County

SANTA FE, NM - Traffic along Interstate 25 in Santa Fe County was disrupted on Thursday afternoon by two separate crashes, the Santa Fe New Mexican reported.

Three vehicles were involved in the accidents, which happened on I-25 near the La Bajada exit shortly before 4:30 p.m.  Minor injuries were reported.

The southbound lanes of the interstate were shut down in the area while sheriff's deputies and emergency crews worked the scene.

Traffic was diverted onto the E. Frontage Road as tow trucks cleared the roadway.  The lanes were reopened to traffic at about 6:15 p.m.