NEW YORK (1010 WINS) — Police released a photo on Friday of a man accused of assaulting an NYPD officer during as pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian protesters clashed inside of Union Square Park.
It happened at about 8:15 p.m. on Thursday when the on-duty 39-year-old officer was approached by the suspect, who pushed a barrier into his face, authorities said.
The suspect fled the location to parts unknown.
NYPD officers separate pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian protesters during protests in Union Square on May 15, 2025.Alexi Rosenfeld/Getty Images
EMS transported the victim to an area hospital in stable condition.
The suspect was last seen wearing a black ski mask and all black clothing.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).
