NYPD seeks suspects who threw snowballs at officers after shooting incident

The New York Police Department is searching for two men accused of assaulting officers during a snowball fight at Washington Square Park on February 23, 2026. Video footage captured the moment when the officers were struck with snow and ice. As a result of the incident, at least two officers were hospitalized. The Police Benevolent Association condemned the attack, calling for the identification and prosecution of those involved.

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