Shooting erupts near Ohio festival, injuring at least 12

A shooting incident near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, left at least 12 people injured on Saturday afternoon, according to police reports. The Toledo Police Department responded to a call of a person being shot near the festival grounds, only to discover multiple victims of gunfire.

Deputy Chief Joseph Heffernan of the Toledo Police Department stated that the shooting occurred rapidly and involved at least two assailants, who may have been firing at each other. He confirmed that 12 individuals were struck by bullets, with two of them sustaining critical injuries. The scene has been secured, but authorities have not yet apprehended any suspects.

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It happened very quickly, but it also stopped pretty quickly because there were more police officers who were there.

Heffernan noted that additional officers were on duty for the festival's security. The incident concluded as quickly as it began due to the swift response of the officers present. The Old West End Festival is an annual two-day event held in Toledo's historic center, featuring live music and food vendors.

Toledo, a city of approximately 260,000 residents, is situated on the shore of Lake Erie in northwestern Ohio. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing as authorities work to identify and apprehend those responsible.

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I think they were probably shooting at each other and what ended up happening is that 12 people got hit by bullets.