A 35-year-old woman is in custody Friday after police said she was driving drunk with her children in the car when she crashed and the vehicle burst into flames.

4-Year-Old and 7-Year-Old in Vehicle

Ashley McLean from Gorham and her 4-year-old and 7-year-old were able to get out of their car safely and without injury before the vehicle caught on fire, according to WGME News..

Alcohol was a Factor in the Crash

Alcohol was a factor in the crash, said the Gorham Police Department. The incident happened on Mosher Road in Gorham around 12:30 am early Friday morning.

OUI Charges and Driving to Endanger

McLean is facing multiple charges including Operating Under the Influence of Alcohol and Driving to Endanger.

Children with a Family Member

Police said the children were released into the custody of a family member.

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