Shooting Incident Near Old West End Festival in Toledo
Local authorities in Toledo, Ohio, report that multiple individuals have been shot in the vicinity of the Old West End Festival. The Toledo Police Department responded to a shooting report near the event and discovered several victims.
The Toledo police department says it responded to a report of a shooting near the Old West End Festival, and found "multiple shooting victims," with "many victims" taken for medical treatment.
Details regarding the exact number of those injured have not been disclosed by the police department. An active search is underway for the suspect or suspects responsible for the shooting.
The department says it is actively searching for the "suspect or suspects involved".
About the Old West End Festival
The Old West End Festival is described as a two-day event that celebrates one of the largest historic districts in the United States. The festival features live music, multiple food markets, a beer garden, house tours, shopping opportunities, and additional attractions.
The Old West End Festival describes itself as "a two-day event celebrating one of the largest historic districts in the country with live music, multiple food markets, a beer garden, house tours, shopping, and much more".
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