Albion Family Suffers Loss After Vehicle Strikes Mother And Twins

The second of two twin toddler boys, who were struck, along with their mother, while on a walk in Albion last Friday, has died.

The incident occurred just after 5:00 PM on July 11th, on Hussey Hill Road. Authorities say 44-year-old Benjamin Lancaster, of Albion, was under the influence when he drove his 2016 Hyundai Veloster into the young twins and their mother, 33-year-old Mollie Egold.

Lancaster fled the scene of the crime but was later identified and arrested by Maine State Police Troopers.

The first child was pronounced dead at the scene. The second, along with the mom, Egold, were rushed to the hospital in critical condition following the incident, says Maine Department of Public Safety spokesperson Shannon Moss.

"We can confirm that the second juvenile who was critically injured in the crash in Albion on Friday, July 11, 2025, has died from his injuries. Mollie Egold remains hospitalized in critical but stable condition. The crash remains under investigation by the Maine State Police. At this time, no additional details are being released. The Maine State Police extends our thoughts to the family and all those affected."

Lancaster was charged with multiple counts of Operating Under the Influence Causing Death and Bodily Injury. He was also charged with multiple counts of Leaving the Scene of an Accident Causing Death and Serious Bodily Injury.

Someone connected to the family has set up a GoFundMe page with the goal of raising money for the boys' mother.

Our deepest condolences go out to Egold and her family, and to the community of Albion.