Authorities in Seattle were dispatched to deal with a group of “suspicious characters in a local park” who were “armed with improvised projectiles.”

On the first snow day in the area in quite some time, kids were enjoying their day off with a snowball fight when local police officers joined in on the fun, equipped with their SWAT gear.

The officers used their tactical shields to move in on the kids, but were forced to retreat when they realized how out numbered they were.

It was all fun and games, and part of a community effort to get out and engage with kids so they know police are on their side.

You’ve got to see the video!