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12 Shot Near Toledo Old West End Festival as Police Hunt Suspects

Investigators are reviewing video and public tips to identify multiple shooters and secure the scene.

Overview

  • Gunfire broke out near the Old West End Festival on Saturday and left at least 12 people wounded, with victims ranging in age from about 14 to 61.
  • Police say preliminary evidence indicates at least two people fired weapons and that several victims were struck as officers and off-duty personnel who were on site responded.
  • Investigators have cordoned off multiple scenes around Delaware Avenue and Robinwood Avenue and are collecting surveillance footage and cellphone videos from witnesses.
  • Festival organizers canceled the next day’s events and city officials urged residents to avoid the area as hospitals treated the injured and most victims were reported improving.
  • No arrests have been reported and authorities continue a manhunt while officials plan a joint press conference and ask anyone with photos or information to contact Crime Stoppers.