Multiple people shot near festival in Ohio with suspect still at large, police say
"Many victims" have been taken for medical treatment, the Toledo police department said in a statement.
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"No suspects were in custody hours afterward."
— Joe Heffernan , Other
"I am deeply concerned about the situation in Toledo tonight. Summer festivals should be safe spaces for families to spend time together without fear of violence."
— Mike DeWine , Politician
"This tragedy is really weighing heavily on both the residents and those who visit and enjoy this festival year after year."
— Theresa Morris , Activist
"I am deeply concerned about the situation in Toledo tonight."
— Mike DeWine , Politician
"Everybody hit the deck."
— Kevin Berry , Other
"This is a perfect example of when bullets start flying, they can go anywhere. They can strike anybody."
— Joseph Heffernan , Other
"It appeared there were at least two shooters who 'probably' began shooting toward each other."
— Joseph Heffernan , Other
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Toledo Deputy Police Chief providing updates on the shooting incident.
Joseph Heffernan is the Deputy Chief of the Toledo Police.
Kevin Berry is a community member who witnessed the shooting and has medical training.
Mike DeWine is the Governor of Ohio.
Theresa Morris is a city council member in Toledo.
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"Many victims" have been taken for medical treatment, the Toledo police department said in a statement.
Several people were shot Saturday near a neighborhood festival in Toledo, Ohio, authorities said. The Toledo Police Department reported that the shooting occurred near the Old West End Festival, a little after 5:30 p.m. local time. Officers responded to find 'multiple shooting victims,' police said. Several people were rushed to area hospitals. The number of victims and their conditions were unclear. Investigators are still searching for the suspect or suspects, according to police. There was no word on the circumstances of the shooting or a motive.
A search for the suspects is ongoing as victims are taken to nearby hospitals, police say. Toledo police officers responded to a report of a person shot near the Old West End Festival at about 5.30pm. When they arrived, they found multiple shooting victims, the police department said in a statement. Police said 'many victims' had been transported to medical facilities but did not provide further details on the injuries or how many people were shot. Authorities also did not provide details on what may have led to the shooting.
Multiple people were shot Saturday afternoon near a community street festival in Toledo, Ohio, police said. Toledo police officers responded to a report of a person shot near the Old West End Festival at about 5:30 p.m. When they arrived, they found multiple shooting victims, the police department said in a statement. Many victims have been taken to nearby hospitals, police said. Police did not provide further details on the injuries and how many people were shot. Police are actively searching for suspects and working to determine the circumstances of the shootings.
Multiple people have been shot near a festival in Toledo, Ohio, and police are searching for suspects, authorities say. Toledo police officers responded to a report of a person shot near the Old West End Festival. When they arrived, they found multiple shooting victims, the police department said in a statement. Many had been taken to nearby hospitals, police said. They did not provide further details on the injuries or how many people were shot. Police are actively searching for suspects and are working to determine the circumstances of the shootings.
Several people were shot near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio. Police are searching for suspects and have not yet determined the circumstances of the shooting.
A mass shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, left several people wounded. Police are seeking suspects and have asked residents and visitors to avoid the area under investigation.
Multiple individuals were shot near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, prompting an active manhunt for the suspects, according to the Toledo Police Department. The festival, a popular annual event featuring live music, food, and home tours in the city’s historic district, was disrupted by gunfire that sent attendees fleeing for safety. Police and emergency responders found and transported 'many victims' to local hospitals, though the severity of injuries has not been disclosed. City council member Theresa Morris reported at least eight victims.
Several people were injured in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio. Police are actively searching for suspects and have urged residents and visitors to avoid the area under investigation.
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