Some officers were left hospitalized after a large crowd threw snow at them Monday in Washington Square Park, according to officials.

Authorities say they initially received a call reporting a disorderly group in the area around 4 p.m.

When responding officers arrived, they began throwing snowballs. Some were hit in the face and injured.

The incident sparked outrage from both law enforcement and politicians.

Bronx Councilman Oswald Feliz reacted on X, saying that police officers deserve respect from the public.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted a statement on X, telling the public to respect officers as they work to keep the city safe.

Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch and other police officials condemned the act, even calling it criminal.

Gov. Kathy Hochul called the incident unacceptable in a statement on X.

The Police Benevolent Association called for the arrest of those involved.

Former NYPD Chief John Chell chimed in a post on X. He called for police to show up to Washington Square Park and other parks in full force.

Bronx Borough President Venessa Gibson spoke out against the act on social media and wished the injured officers well.

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis called the incident disgraceful and called for accountability.

Tisch says the incident remains under investigation.