Many Injured In Mass Shooting Near Community Festival In Toledo, Ohio; Suspect At Large

Published 7 June 2026 · health

Many Injured In Mass Shooting Near Community Festival In Toledo, Ohio; Suspect At Large Published By, Last Updated: June 07, 2026, 06:58 IST At least

Many Injured In Mass Shooting Near Community Festival In Toledo, Ohio; Suspect At Large Published By, Last Updated: June 07, 2026, 06:58 IST At least eight people were injured after gunfire broke out near Toledo's Old West End Festival in Ohio. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspects. Rapid Read Police officers work at the scene of a shooting near a festival in Toledo, Ohio (Photo: AP) Multiple people were injured in a shooting near a popular community festival in Toledo, Ohio, on Saturday evening (local Ohio time), prompting a large-scale police operation to track down those responsible. The incident occurred near the Old West End Festival, an annual two-day event held in one of Toledo’s historic neighbourhoods. The festival, which draws large crowds every year, features live music performances, food vendors, shopping and tours of historic homes. The Toledo Police Department said officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area and found several victims suffering from gunshot wounds.

Authorities confirmed that multiple injured individuals were transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment. Officials did not immediately release details regarding the condition of the victims. 🚨#BREAKING: MULTIPLE PEOPLE HAVE BEEN SHOT AT THE OLD WEST END FESTIVAL IN TOLEDO OHIO.ABSOLUTE PANIC AS PEOPLE RUSHED FOR COVER, POLICE ARE ON SCENE, MEDICS ARE ATTENDING THE WOUNDED. SH00TER IS STILL ON THE LOOSE!!!! WE DO NOT HAVE TO LIVE LIKE THIS!!!!!!!! pic.twitter.com/D4cmSQgctU — Matt Van Swol (@mattvanswol) June 7, 2026 Police said an active search was underway for the suspect or suspects involved in the shooting and urged residents and visitors to stay away from the area while the investigation continued. Toledo City Council member Theresa Morris said at least eight people were injured in the incident. She described the shooting as a tragedy for both residents and the many visitors who attend the festival every year.

Witnesses described scenes of panic as gunfire erupted during the event. Kevin Berry, who was attending the festival and listening to a live music performance in a nearby arboretum, said several gunshots rang out unexpectedly, causing people around him to immediately seek cover. According to Berry, a firearm was later thrown to the ground within sight of where he was standing. c He said officers who had already been deployed at the festival quickly moved in to secure the scene and respond to the emergency. Berry, who has medical training and previously served in the US Navy, said he walked through the area looking for anyone who required assistance. He reported seeing at least five people suffering from gunshot injuries spread across the arboretum area. Reacting to the incident, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine expressed concern over the violence, saying community festivals should remain safe spaces where families can gather without fear.