Ohio gubernatorial candidate's fair attack suspect pleads not guilty

Man pleads not guilty to misdemeanor charges in Ohio fair incident involving Amy Acton

NBC News • 08 sept. 21h12

A man who pushed through a crowd and knocked two seniors to the ground while trying to approach Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton has pleaded not guilty to assault, disorderly conduct and panic charges.

Ohio Democrat Amy Acton reflects on a ‘rough day’ as witnesses recall ‘frightening’ confrontation

nbcnews.com • 07 sept. 21h38

Acton said she will keep campaigning after an armed man attempted to approach her at the Canfield Fair, where he was arrested with weapons and charged with assault.

Armed man charged toward Democratic Ohio governor candidate, law enforcement says

AP News • 07 sept. 02h10

An armed man forced his way toward Democratic Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people before being subdued by troopers and arrested on assault charges.

Armed man arrested after lunging at Amy Acton at Canfield Fair

The Columbus Dispatch • 07 sept. 00h10

A 38-year-old man was arrested at the Canfield Fair after forcing his way into a Democratic Party tent and confronting gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton, injuring several fairgoers but not the candidate.

Armed man arrested after charging toward Democratic Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton at fair

CBS News • 06 sept. 23h38

A 38-year-old man was detained after lunging toward Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair, injuring several volunteers and bystanders.

Armed person confronts Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at event, campaign says

NBC News • 06 sept. 22h28

A gun-wielding assailant lunged at Democratic gubernatorial nominee Amy Acton during a visit to the Canfield Fair, injuring several attendees; law enforcement responded quickly and the investigation is ongoing.

Amy Acton attacked at campaign event near Youngstown; multiple people reportedly injured

WLWT • 06 sept. 20h48

An armed individual lunged at Democratic candidate Amy Acton during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people before being detained by police.