TOLEDO, Ohio – Twelve people were shot, including two who suffered critical injuries, during a shooting near Toledo’s annual Old West End Festival.

The incident occurred on Saturday (June 6) in Ohio.

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Deputy Chief Joseph Heffernan said officers responded to reports of gunfire at about 5:37 p.m. near the popular community festival, which is held annually in Toledo.

Heffernan said police were already in the area when the shooting occurred and responded immediately.

Preliminary information indicates that at least two shooters were involved and may have been firing at one another.

Investigators believe the exchange of gunfire resulted in 12 people being struck by bullets.

“Officers were quick to respond. They were right there when the shots were coming out,” Heffernan said.

Two victims were reported in critical condition, while the conditions of the remaining victims were not immediately available.

Heffernan said police secured the scene and began processing evidence shortly after the shooting.

Officials said they have collected evidence and are actively pursuing leads.

The investigation remains in its early stages, and no suspects have been taken into custody as of Saturday evening.

“We’re still very early in the investigative process,” Heffernan said.

The Old West End Festival is an annual event that draws large crowds to one of Toledo’s historic neighborhoods.

Police said the scene was being dismantled as investigators completed their initial processing, but the investigation remains active.