At least 12 people injured in shooting near Ohio festival; gunman still at large

At least 12 people were shot Saturday when gunmen, possibly aiming for each other, opened fire near a summer festival in Toledo, Ohio, authorities said.

The Toledo Police Department said the shooting occurred shortly after 5:30 p.m. local time near the Old West End Festival.

Responding officers found multiple gunshot victims at the scene, police said. Several injured people were taken to nearby hospitals, though officials did not immediately disclose the number of victims or their conditions.

Police said investigators were searching for the suspect or suspects involved. Authorities have not released details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting or a possible motive.

"The Toledo Police Department is actively searching for the suspect or suspects involved.

The investigation currently includes scenes in the area of Delaware Avenue and Robinwood Avenue. Residents and visitors are asked to avoid the area and expect a significant police presence as officers continue their search and investigators work to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident," it said in a post on X.

“I am deeply concerned about the situation in Toledo tonight. Summer festivals should be safe spaces for families to spend time together without fear of violence,” Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said in a statement.

According to its website, the Old West End Festival, now in its 53rd year, features a parade, food markets and live music. The event is held in Toledo, a city of about 270,000 people in northwest Ohio.