Traffic affected by crash on I-40 near 4th St. in Albuquerque

BERNALILLO, NM – A traffic accident has caused the right lane to be blocked on I-40 eastbound near 4th St. on Wednesday morning.

According to Total Traffic Albuquerque, the crash occurred in the eastbound lanes of the interstate near Exit 159A to 4th Street.

Accident. Right lane blocked in #Bernalillo on I-40 EB near 4th St/Exit 159A #traffic https://t.co/roJyGryxFq

— TTN Albuquerque (@TotalTrafficABQ) April 19, 2023

Authorities are currently investigating the incident to determine the cause of the accident and assess the situation.

Motorists are encouraged to consider alternative routes if possible to avoid further congestion on I-40.