Posted on Jan 03, 2024

Accident on Interstate 10 near Mesquite sends driver to hospital

MESQUITE, NM  - A driver was hospitalized following a car accident in Dona Ana County on Monday morning, according to a report by KFOX.

The crash occurred on Interstate 10 westbound near the community of Mesquite.  The driver involved sustained minor injuries.

Investigators say that alcohol appears to have been a contributing factor in the incident but the investigation is ongoing.  Emergency crews responded to clear the scene and tow away the car involved.