Gunfire broke out at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, injuring at least 12 people, with two in critical condition. The shooting, which occurred near the Agnes Reynolds Jackson Arboretum, sent festival-goers scrambling for safety while others assisted the wounded. The victims ranged in age from 14 to 61, with most in their early 20s. Police believe at least two individuals exchanged gunfire, but no suspects were in custody. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine expressed concern, emphasizing that festivals should be safe for families. Emergency responders faced challenges due to traffic but managed to transport all victims to the hospital within an hour. The festival, a key event in Toledo’s summer season, was disrupted, and officials are considering whether it should continue.
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Police search for suspects in Ohio shooting that wounded 12 near a street festival
