Shooter opens fire, injures 12 at Toledo festival in U.S.
At least 12 people were shot and two left in critical condition as a shooter opened fire at Toledo’s Old West End Festival on Saturday.
The Toledo Police Department confirmed the shooting happened “at approximately 5:37 p.m” on Saturday.
“At this time, investigators can confirm that at least 12 individuals were shot. 10 victims are reported to be in stable condition, while two remain in critical condition,” the police said.
The police said investigations are ongoing, while a manhunt has been launched to apprehend the shooter.
The shooting, according to the police, happened “in the area of Delaware Avenue and Glenwood Avenue near the Old West End Festival.”
“Upon arrival, officers discovered multiple shooting victims. Many victims have been transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment,” the police said.
The shooting left festival attendees scrambling for safety, throwing the entire community into chaos.
The authorities have asked residents and visitors to avoid the area and expect a significant police presence as officers continue their search and investigators work to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
Heading 2
2027: Ebonyi commissioner resigns, joins PDP
He described his return to the PDP as a homecoming.
Hot news Home top
FBI offers $150,000 reward for information on wanted fraudster who stole $1.2 billion
Mr Patel said the FBI is going all out against fraudsters within and outside America.
States
Zulum raises alarm over alleged attempt to sell Lake Chad Basin’s assets
According to him, many of the assets remain functional.
States
Osun 2026: APC remains formidable despite defections, says party chieftain
Some prominent members of the APC in the state have recently resigned from the party.
Abuja
FCT residents abandon cooking gas as prices hit N2,000 per kg, turn to charcoal, firewood
She said the increase has significantly reduced her profit margin and affected her business operations.
Hot news Home top
Troops rescue 360 abducted women, children in Gwoza
He said the rescue followed a coordinated special operation conducted on June 6 across.
