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HYANNIS – A pedestrian was struck by a car and seriously injured in Hyannis around 10 PM Sunday. The incident happened on West Main Street by the Cape Cod Melody Tent. A ZZ Top concert was reportedly letting out at the time of the crash. The victim was rushed to Cape Cod Hospital under a trauma alert. West Main Street was closed in the area while an investigation was conducted.
From Barnstable Police: On Sunday, September 13, 2026, at approximately 10:05 PM, a Barnstable Police Officer was struck by a motor vehicle at 41 West Main Street in Hyannis.
At the time of the crash, the officer was standing in a marked crosswalk assisting with pedestrian traffic near the conclusion of a concert at the Cape Cod Melody Tent.
A preliminary investigation determined that the officer was wearing a bright-colored, reflective jacket and holding a flashlight while positioned in an illuminated crosswalk equipped with flashing lights. A vehicle traveling eastbound on West Main Street entered the crosswalk and struck the officer.
Barnstable Police Officers and Cape Cod Melody Tent staff immediately began rendering aid to the injured officer. Members of the Hyannis Fire Department subsequently arrived and transported the officer to Cape Cod Hospital for treatment.
The operator of the vehicle was identified as 43-year-old man from Osterville. During the preliminary investigation, officers developed probable cause to believe driver was operating the vehicle while under the influence of alcohol.
The Operator was placed under arrest at the scene and charged with:
• Operating Under the Influence of Liquor – 2nd Offense
• Operating Under the Influence of Liquor with Serious Injury and Negligence
• Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle
The Barnstable Police Accident Reconstruction Unit responded to the scene and is assisting with the ongoing investigation. The roadway was closed for approximately one hour while officers conducted the investigation and documented the crash scene.
The operator was bailed and will be arraigned at Barnstable District Court on Monday, September 14, 2026.
As with all criminal defendants, the accused is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law.
CWN will bring you further details as we get them.
