NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department is reaching out to the public for assistance in identifying suspects involved in an assault on police officers. The incident took place in the early hours of Monday, June 17, 2024, around 4:20 AM, near 38-70 12th Street within the 114th Precinct.
According to reports, two on-duty officers encountered a disorderly group. During the interaction, unidentified individuals from the group assaulted the officers and hurled various objects at them. This attack resulted in injuries to the officers’ heads and backs. Following the assault, the perpetrators fled the scene to an unknown location.
The injured officers were promptly transported to New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Panel Center, where they are currently in stable condition.
The NYPD has released media depicting the individuals believed to be involved in the assault and is urging anyone with information about these suspects or the incident to come forward. The department emphasizes the importance of community assistance in locating and apprehending the suspects to prevent further violence and uphold public safety.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the NYPD’s tip line or submit information online, ensuring that those responsible are brought to justice.