(Central News Agency, Washington, 6th, Combined Foreign Reports) Police in Ohio, USA, stated today that a shooting incident near a local festival has resulted in multiple casualties, and authorities are pursuing the suspect(s) involved.

According to AFP, the Toledo Police Department posted on social media platform X that officers responded to reports of gunfire near the 'Old West End Festival' and discovered multiple shooting victims. The exact number of victims and their conditions were not disclosed.

Police stated: 'Multiple injured individuals have been rushed to nearby medical facilities for treatment. The Toledo Police Department is actively searching for one or more suspects involved in this incident.' They also urged the public and travelers to avoid the area.

The United States has a vast number of firearms, and thousands of people die from gun violence every year across the country. (Translated by Shih Shih) 1150607

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  • Source: CNA (Central News Agency)
  • Category: Taiwan