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Officer Hurt While Directing Traffic | Boston News
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- Sep 17, 2026
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- 89
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Summary
A brave 19-year veteran officer, Peter Ginnetty, was critically injured while directing traffic near the Cape Cod Melody Tent after being struck by a drunk driver with a BAC of .22—nearly triple the legal limit. The driver, Robert Brando-Hunt, faces serious charges including OUI causing serious injury. Despite severe fractures and leg trauma, Officer Ginnetty remains positive and is receiving strong community support as he begins a long recovery. The incident occurred post-ZZ Top concert, with Ginnetty in full gear guiding pedestrians—proof of his dedication amid tragedy. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.wcvb.com/article/barnstable-officer-injured-hyannis-crash/73765856 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cdc174e3d90eb7d5 Report issues to [email protected].