HYANNIS – Barnstable Police report that on Saturday at about 7:00 PM, Barnstable Police responded to a report of a rear-end motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Iyannough Rd. Rte. 132 and Phinney’s Lane Hyannis. The two-car accident involved a Honda Pilot SUV carrying 7 occupants and a Nissan Altima with a single occupant.
Investigation revealed the Altima rear-ended the Pilot, causing minor neck and back injuries to 6 of the 7 passengers. The 6 were transported to Cape Cod Hospital for evaluation. Hyannis Fire declared a Mass Casualty Incident bringing in ambulance from Barnstable, Centerville and Cotuit.
The operator of the Altima was identified as 42-year-old Andrey Y. Malko of Randolph, who was administered standardized field sobriety tests at the scene, and ultimately placed under arrest.