Police: 2 officers injured by bus passenger resisting arrest in West Hempstead

Palo Howe, of Queens, was charged with assault, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct.

News 12 Staff

Sep 26, 2024, 10:07 PM

Updated 8 days ago

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Two police officers were injured Wednesday in West Hempstead, police say.
They say the officers were attempting to deal with an irate bus passenger who got violent while resisting arrest.
The officers and suspect, Palo Howe, were taken to a hospital for treatment and evaluation.
Howe, of Queens, was charged with assault, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct.