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At Least 12 Shot Near Toledo’s Old West End Festival; Suspects Still at Large

An active manhunt is under way while investigators review witness accounts and social‑media video to identify the shooters.

Overview

  • The shooting occurred near the Old West End Festival on Saturday and left at least 12 people wounded, according to Toledo police.
  • Victims range in age from 14 to 61 and multiple people were taken to hospitals, with two reported in grave condition.
  • Police say they are seeking at least two suspects who likely fired at each other and no arrests have been reported so far.
  • Officers who were already at the festival and emergency crews responded immediately while investigators are interviewing witnesses and collecting phone and security footage.
  • Local leaders urged calm and asked the public to share information as the attack raises fresh concerns about safety at community events and follows a year of frequent mass shootings recorded by monitoring groups.