Multiple shooting victims taken to hospitals after gunfire near Toledo street festival
Police are searching for suspects after several people were shot near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, with victims transported to local hospitals.
Police responded to reports of gunfire near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, at about 5:30 p.m. on Saturday and found multiple shooting victims. The department said many of those injured were taken to medical facilities, but did not disclose the number of victims or details of their injuries. Authorities have not released information on a possible motive or the identities of the shooters.
A witness, Kevin Berry, said he was listening to live music in the neighborhood arboretum when he heard gunshots and saw a firearm fall to the ground less than 50 feet away. Berry, who has medical training and former U.S. Navy service, said he moved through the area looking for injured people and observed at least five individuals with gunshot wounds spread around the arboretum.
The Old West End Festival is a two‑day event in Toledo’s historic district featuring live music, food vendors, home tours and shopping, marking the start of the city’s summer festival season. Police continue to investigate and are seeking information from the public.