Armed Ohio man arrested for attempted attack on Democratic candidate for governor
The candidate, Amy Acton, was not hurt, but her team said several others were injured as the man tried to "lunge" at her.
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"Dr Acton and [her husband] Eric are grateful for the swift and decisive action of law enforcement and are praying for the recovery of those injured."
— Amy Acton , Politician
"Candidates should be able to meet with voters without having to worry about threats or violence. What happened today is completely unacceptable and has no place in politics, and we hope that no-one was hurt."
— Vivek Ramaswamy , Politician
"There is no place for political violence at public events."
— Mike DeWine , Politician
Key People
Amy Acton is a Democratic politician campaigning to be the next Ohio governor.
Mike DeWine is the Governor of Ohio.
Patrick Havas is the suspect arrested for attempting an attack on Amy Acton.
Vivek Ramaswamy is a Republican candidate for the Ohio governor seat and an ally of US President Donald Trump.
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The candidate, Amy Acton, was not hurt, but her team said several others were injured as the man tried to "lunge" at her.
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