"The behavior depicted is disgraceful, and it is criminal. I want to be very clear. The NYPD officers were intentionally struck multiple times with snow and ice in the head, neck, and face causing injuries. The officers were taken to the hospital and are in stable condition."
"Video taken Monday afternoon in Washington Square Park shows a snowball fight following an epic snowstorm devolving into some parkgoers apparently targeting police with snowballs. After NYPD officers arrived in response to 911 calls, video shows people yelling profanities and throwing snowballs as officers walk back to their vans."
"Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Mamdani said he saw video of the incident and doesn't think there should be charges. His response has him at odds with police leaders, who called his statements disgraceful."
During a snowstorm that deposited nearly 20 inches of snow on New York City, a snowball fight in Washington Square Park escalated when participants allegedly targeted police officers with snowballs and ice. NYPD officers responded to 911 calls, and video footage shows people throwing snowballs at officers as they retreated to their vans. Four officers were injured and hospitalized in stable condition. The NYPD released photos of four suspects, ages 18-20, and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch called the behavior "disgraceful" and "criminal." Mayor Zohran Mamdani, however, stated those involved shouldn't face charges and urged respect for officers. This disagreement between city leadership and police has created significant tension.
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