Dump Truck Overturns on Rt. 58 in Lowell
A Western Star dump truck spilled rock onto the roadway after leaving the road, injuring its driver.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Accidents
A dump truck overturned on Rt. 58 in Lowell on Wednesday around 2 p.m., spilling large rocks onto the roadway and injuring its driver. Benjamin Molleur, 51, of Eden, was driving the truck when it left the road.
Why it matters
The crash shows how a single lapse in driver attention can quickly block a road and endanger both the driver and anyone else on the route. Spilled cargo from heavy commercial vehicles also creates lasting hazards for motorists in Lowell and surrounding communities.
Benjamin Molleur was issued a ticket following the crash, which Vermont Highway Patrol investigated along with a post-crash inspection. The truck was towed from the scene because of disabling damage.
The players
Vermont Highway Patrol
The state police agency that investigated the crash and conducted the post-crash inspection of the truck.
Premier Stone Landscape Supply
The company that owns the 2013 Western Star dump truck involved in the crash.
The details
Molleur attempted to steer the truck back onto the roadway as it overturned, and driver inattention was identified as the cause of the truck leaving the road. The dump body's load of rocks and gravel spilled across Rt. 58.
Timeline
Wednesday, about 2 p.m.: Dump truck overturns on Rt. 58 in Lowell
Legal Context
Crashes involving commercial dump trucks in Vermont are typically handled through Vermont Highway Patrol investigation, post-crash inspection, and citations such as the one issued to Molleur. The case follows that established enforcement path for heavy commercial vehicles.
Drivers on Rt. 58 in Lowell may face lane disruptions while the spilled rock is cleared and the overturned truck is removed. Motorists should expect slower travel and watch for debris in the roadway.
The takeaway
Stay alert around heavy commercial trucks, especially on rural routes where cargo spills can be hard to spot. Keep extra following distance and avoid sudden lane changes near dump trucks.
Further reading
For more on similar roadway incidents, browse the Accidents section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Caledonian Record.
