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Toledo Festival Shooting Manhunt Enters Third Day As All 12 Victims Stabilize
A manhunt entered its third day Monday after gunfire near the Old West End Festival in Toledo on Saturday wounded at least 12 people, police said.[1]
Toledo investigators say at least two people fired during the incident and were "probably shooting at each other." PBS Police added that all 12 victims were listed as stable and improving, and that officers are following multiple leads while urging witnesses to submit photos or video and call Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111.[1]
A little after 5:30 p.m. Central on Saturday, officers responding to a report of a person shot found multiple victims near Delaware and Glenwood avenues by the festival and transported many to nearby hospitals.[2] Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said road closures and heavy festival traffic complicated ambulance access, but emergency crews had moved all patients from the scene within about an hour.[3] Kevin Berry, a Navy veteran with medical training, said he heard gunfire, saw a gun tossed to the ground less than 50 feet away, and saw at least five people with gunshot wounds scattered around the arboretum.[4]
Early reports emphasized multiple victims and an active search; later coverage and police briefings increasingly described the episode as an exchange of gunfire involving multiple shooters.[5] CBS later used the word "gunfight" in on-air segments as authorities renewed public appeals for footage and witnesses.[6] Organizers canceled the remainder of the Old West End Festival.[7] Lucas County Prosecutor Julia Bates vowed that "justice will be swift and strong" and said those traumatized or harmed will remain at the forefront of prosecutorial efforts.[1]
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📌 Key Facts
- A little after 5:30 p.m. Central on Saturday, June 6, 2026, multiple people were shot near the Old West End Festival in Toledo’s historic district, with officers finding multiple victims on arrival (Old West End Festival).
- At least 12 people were wounded and taken to local hospitals (victim ages range from 14 to 61, most in their early 20s, with two initially listed in critical condition); as of Monday, June 8, 2026, Toledo police said all 12 victims were in stable condition and continuing to improve.
- Police say investigators believe at least two shooters fired during the incident and were "probably shooting at each other," and authorities expanded the search perimeter into surrounding streets and alleys while working to determine how many guns and shooters were involved.
- The manhunt entered its third day as of Monday, June 8, 2026, with Toledo police following multiple leads, no arrests reported, and renewed public appeals for photos, videos or tips — authorities directed tipsters to contact Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111 (anonymous tip option available).
- Festival organizers canceled the remainder of the Old West End Festival on Sunday, June 7, 2026, saying it would not be "compassionate, responsible or possible" to continue after the shooting (Old West End Festival).
- Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said road closures and festival traffic complicated ambulance access, but first responders transported all patients from the scene to hospitals within about an hour of the shooting (Allison Armstrong).
- Eyewitness Kevin Berry, a Navy veteran with medical training, described hearing gunfire, seeing a gun tossed to the ground less than 50 feet away, and observing at least five people with gunshot wounds scattered around the arboretum area (Kevin Berry).
- Lucas County Prosecutor Julia Bates issued a statement promising that "justice will be swift and strong" and stressing that those traumatized or harmed "will remain at the forefront" of prosecutorial efforts (Julia Bates).
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June 08, 2026
1:43 PM
Chaos after mass shooting at Ohio festival: "I thought I was going to get hit"
New information:
- CBS reports that at least 12 people were injured during a mass shooting at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, reiterating the casualty count as of June 8, 2026.
- The segment emphasizes eyewitness accounts of chaos and fear immediately after the gunfire, including a witness saying, "I thought I was going to get hit," adding descriptive detail on conditions at the scene.
- Article reinforces that the incident is being treated as a mass shooting at the Old West End Festival, aligning with officials' characterization.
11:29 AM
Toledo police following 'multiple leads' as manhunt enters 3rd day after festival shooting
New information:
- As of Sunday, June 7, 2026, Toledo police say the manhunt for the shooters has entered its third day with investigators tracking 'multiple leads.'
- Police reiterated on Sunday that all 12 victims from the June 6 Old West End Festival shooting are in stable condition and continuing to improve.
- Lucas County Prosecutor Julia Bates issued a statement vowing that 'justice will be swift and strong' and stressing that those traumatized or harmed 'will remain at the forefront' of prosecutorial efforts.
- Toledo police again asked festivalgoers on Sunday to submit any photos or videos that might show the suspects, but authorities have not released suspect descriptions or a possible motive.
- Deputy Chief Joseph Heffernan restated that investigators believe at least two gunmen 'were probably shooting at each other,' but there were still no arrests as of Monday, June 8.
1:27 AM
12 hurt in "gunfight" at Ohio festival, police say
New information:
- CBS segment, published Sunday, June 7, 2026, reports that police are characterizing the incident at Toledo's Old West End Festival as a 'gunfight.'
- The report reiterates that 12 people were injured and notes that two victims were initially listed in critical condition after the June 6 shooting.
- The CBS piece emphasizes that the exchange of fire involved multiple shooters rather than a single assailant, aligning with police language.
June 07, 2026
9:18 PM
All 12 victims stable after shooting near festival as Toledo police pursue multiple leads
New information:
- As of Sunday, June 7, 2026, Toledo police say all 12 victims from the June 6 Old West End Festival shooting are in stable condition and continuing to improve.
- Police reiterated that investigators believe at least two gunmen were involved and were likely shooting at each other, but they have not yet identified a motive or released suspect descriptions.
- Toledo Police said on X that investigators are making progress, following multiple leads, and that no arrests have been made as of June 7.
- The department again urged the public to provide photos, videos, or other information and directed tipsters to contact Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111, with the option to remain anonymous.
- Investigative Lt. Dan Gerken characterized the violence as unprecedented for the annual Old West End Festival, calling it "over the top," while Deputy Chief Joseph Heffernan said existing security plans could not prevent the incident.
- Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine posted that he was deeply concerned about the June 6 shooting, called summer festivals "safe spaces" that should be free from violence, and expressed confidence that law enforcement will locate the suspects.
4:30 PM
Police seek suspects in Ohio shooting that wounded 12 near street festival
New information:
- As of Sunday, June 7, 2026, Toledo police said no suspects are in custody and the search for at least two shooters remains ongoing.
- Deputy Chief Joe Heffernan said it appears at least two people fired weapons near the Old West End Festival on Saturday, June 6, 2026, and were "probably shooting at each other."
- Festival organizers canceled the remainder of the Old West End Festival on Sunday, issuing a statement that it would not be "compassionate, responsible or possible" to continue.
- Officials reiterated that the 12 shooting victims range in age from 14 to 61, with most in their early 20s, and that two remained in critical condition as of Saturday.
- Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said closed roads and traffic from people leaving the festival complicated ambulance access, but responders transported all patients to hospitals within an hour of the shooting.
- Eyewitness Kevin Berry described hearing gunfire, seeing a gun tossed to the ground less than 50 feet away, and observing at least five people with gunshot wounds scattered around the arboretum area.
4:27 PM
Search Continues for Gunmen Who Opened Fire at Ohio Festival
New information:
- Article confirms that as of Sunday morning, June 7, 2026, police were still searching for the gunmen involved in the June 6 shooting near Toledo's Old West End Festival.
- The New York Times account emphasizes that officers believe there were at least two shooters and that investigators were working to determine how many guns were fired and how many people may have fired them.
- Reporting reiterates that the shooting unfolded in the historic Old West End neighborhood as the festival was winding down Saturday evening, June 6, 2026, and that authorities expanded the search perimeter into surrounding streets and alleys.
- Police renewed public appeals on June 7, 2026, for witnesses and attendees to provide video and other evidence that might help identify the gunmen.
10:02 AM
At least 12 people shot at an Ohio festival and a search for suspects is still ongoing, police say
New information:
- Article confirms the shooting occurred near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, on Saturday, June 6, 2026, and reiterates that at least 12 people were wounded.
- It restates that at least two people appeared to fire weapons and were likely shooting at each other, with no suspects in custody hours after the incident.
- It specifies again that victim ages range from 14 to 61, that two are in critical condition, and that most victims are in their early 20s.
- It reiterates Fire Chief Allison Armstrong's account that road closures and festival traffic complicated hospital access but that all patients were transported within about an hour.
- It includes a witness account from Kevin Berry describing hearing gunfire, seeing a gun thrown to the ground less than 50 feet away, and observing at least five gunshot victims spread around the arboretum area.
- It notes officials are discussing with festival organizers whether the Old West End Festival should continue through the weekend.
3:21 AM
At least 12 people shot at an Ohio festival and a search for suspects is still ongoing, police say
New information:
- Article confirms the shooting occurred near the Old West End Festival, an annual event featuring live music, food vendors, home tours and shopping in Toledo's historic district, on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
- Toledo Deputy Police Chief Joe Heffernan said at least two people appeared to fire weapons and were "probably shooting at each other," and that no suspects were in custody hours after the incident.
- Officials said two of the at least 12 victims were in critical condition; victim ages range from 14 to 61, with most in their early 20s.
- Heffernan urged festival attendees to share any photos or videos from their phones with police as potential leads.
- Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine issued a public statement on June 6, 2026, saying he was "deeply concerned" and that summer festivals should be safe spaces for families.
- Fire Chief Allison Armstrong said road closures and traffic from people leaving the festival complicated access to hospitals, but all patients were transported from the scene within about an hour.
- Witness Kevin Berry, a Navy veteran with medical training, said he heard gunfire while sitting in a neighborhood arboretum, saw a gun tossed to the ground less than 50 feet away, and personally observed at least five gunshot victims spread around the area.
- City safety director George Kral said officials are discussing with organizers whether the Old West End Festival will continue through the weekend after the shooting.
3:05 AM
Toledo police give update on shooting near festival that injured at least 12
New information:
- Toledo police said in a June 6, 2026 press briefing that at least 12 people were wounded in the shooting near the Old West End Festival.
- The CBS report confirms the incident occurred near the Old West End Festival in Toledo and that the police department held a formal briefing on Saturday, June 6, 2026.
- Article does not provide a revised suspect description or motive beyond the updated injury count and acknowledgment of the briefing.
12:16 AM
Multiple people shot near festival in Toledo, Ohio; manhunt for suspect underway
New information:
- Fox News reports that Toledo police received the shooting call around 5:37 p.m. Central on Saturday, June 6, 2026, near Delaware Avenue and Glenwood Avenue close to the Old West End Festival.
- Police said in a news release that 'many' victims were transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment, but they did not specify a total number or injury severity.
- Residents and visitors were urged to avoid the area as investigators continued to search actively for the suspect or suspects and determine the circumstances of the shooting.
- The article confirms that a large police presence remained in the area on the evening of June 6 as the manhunt and on-scene investigation continued.
June 06, 2026
11:39 PM
Multiple People Shot Near Street Festival in Toledo, Ohio, Police Say
New information:
- Article confirms that multiple people were shot near a street festival in Toledo, Ohio, on Saturday, June 6, 2026, consistent with earlier reports about the Old West End Festival area.
- It reiterates that the shooting occurred near a festival setting in Toledo’s historic district and that the incident involved multiple victims transported to local hospitals.
- It reinforces that as of publication time on June 6, 2026, police were still seeking the suspect or suspects and had not released a motive.
11:10 PM
Multiple people shot near festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials say
New information:
- CBS reports the shooting occurred a little after 5:30 p.m. local time on Saturday, June 6, 2026, near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio.
- Toledo police told CBS that officers responding to the area found multiple shooting victims and that several people were transported to local hospitals.
- Police said the exact number of victims and their conditions remain unclear as of the report and that investigators are still searching for the suspect or suspects.
- CBS notes there is no information yet on the circumstances of the shooting or a possible motive.
10:58 PM
Multiple people shot near festival in Toledo, Ohio, authorities say
New information:
- Article confirms that the shootings occurred near the Old West End Festival in Toledo's historic district.
- Toledo police say officers were dispatched around 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2026, on a report of a person shot and found multiple victims on arrival.
- Police state that many victims were transported to nearby hospitals but have not yet provided totals or injury details.
- The piece reiterates that officers are actively searching for suspects and working to determine the circumstances of the shootings.