According to a recent article, two young twin boys tragically died after being struck by a suspected impaired driver while their mother was pushing them in a stroller along Hussey Road in Albion, Maine. The driver, 44-year-old Benjamin Lancaster, allegedly fled the scene and has since been charged with manslaughter, aggravated criminal OUI, and leaving the scene of an accident. One of the twins died at the scene, while his brother later died from his injuries at Maine Medical Center. Their mother remains hospitalized in critical but stable condition. Community members are mourning the loss and calling for justice, while authorities are asking residents to review surveillance footage that may help with the investigation.
Drunk Driving in Maine: A Serious Public Safety Threat
Every year, countless Mainers suffer devastating injuries—or worse—due to accidents caused by drunk drivers. Despite public awareness campaigns, strict DUI laws, and widespread knowledge of the dangers, impaired driving remains a leading cause of preventable traffic accidents across the state.