The incident occurred on Sunday, May 19 in New Cassel, according to Nassau County Police.
Just before 7 p.m. that day, a 15-year-old teenager and a 56-year-old man got into a verbal altercation at their home.
When officers arrived at the scene, the argument escalated, culminating in the teen reportedly throwing a television at the man.
During the intervention, one officer sustained a substantial injury to his hand. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
No other injuries were reported.
The 15-year-old, whose name has not been released, was arrested and charged with:
- Assault;
- Attempted assault; and
- Attempted criminal mischief.
He is scheduled to be arraigned on Monday, May 20 at the Youth Part of First District Court.
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