According to the Associated Press and other reports, the incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. near the Old West End Festival.
Toledo Police Deputy Chief Joe Heffernan stated that two of the injured individuals are in critical condition. He noted that there appeared to be at least two shooters involved, suggesting they were likely firing at each other.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting and are actively pursuing suspects.
Witness Kevin Berry told the AP that he heard multiple gunshots while listening to a performance with friends in the festival's arboretum, prompting attendees to drop to the ground.
Berry reported that officers stationed at the festival responded immediately, and when he looked up, he saw someone throwing a gun to the ground. He later recounted seeing at least five people with gunshot wounds, stating, "The injured were scattered throughout the arboretum area."
The Old West End Festival is a two-day event held in Toledo's historic district, featuring live music, food vendors, house tours, and shopping activities.
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