12 hurt, 2 critically after Ohio festival shooting
In the wake of a shocking incident at a street festival in Toledo, Ohio, Fox News’ Madison Scarpino reports that a shooting left 12 people injured, including a critically wounded 14-year-old. Witnesses initially mistook the sound of gunfire for fireworks before realizing the severity of the situation, prompting festival attendees to flee in search of safety. Toledo police are in the midst of an investigation and have called upon the public to provide any photos or videos that could assist in identifying the suspects still at large.
The search for the gunmen responsible for the attack entered its third day on Monday, with no arrests yet made. Authorities have expressed that they are diligently following several leads. In a social media update, Toledo police conveyed that investigators are making headway, emphasizing the importance of public cooperation in sharing any visual evidence from the festival.
The incident occurred around 5:37 p.m. on Saturday near the busy Old West End Festival, an annual event that draws large crowds with its offerings of live music, diverse food vendors, and home tours. When police arrived at the scene, they discovered multiple individuals suffering from gunshot wounds.
Fortunately, as of Sunday, all 12 victims were reported to be in stable condition and are continuing to recover. The victims’ ages spanned from 14 to 61, with the majority being in their early 20s, highlighting the indiscriminate nature of this violent act.
Police said all 12 victims were reported to be in stable condition and continued to improve as of Sunday. The victims ranged in age from 14 to 61, with most of them in their early 20s.
Toledo Deputy Chief Joseph Heffernan said during a news conference that investigators believe the shooting involved at least two gunmen who “were probably shooting at each other.”
Police stand near the scene where multiple people were shot at a community festival in Toledo, Ohio, on June 6, 2026. (Paul Sancya/AP)
Authorities have not released descriptions of any suspects or identified a possible motive.
Lucas County Prosecutor Julia Bates vowed that “justice will be swift and strong.”
Police investigate a shooting where multiple people were shot at a community festival at Agnes Reynolds Jackson Arboretum in Toledo, Ohio, on June 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
“Those who were frightened, traumatized or harmed by this violence will remain at the forefront of our efforts,” Bates said in a statement. “I’ve felt outrage before, but this is personal. This is my home. These are my friends and neighbors. It is not OK.”
The Agnes Reynolds Jackson Arboretum in Toledo, Ohio, is shown where multiple people were shot at a community festival on June 6, 2026. (Paul Sancya/AP)
Authorities asked anyone with information to call or text Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111, noting that tipsters may remain anonymous.
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