Armed Individual Lunges at Ohio Democratic Gubernatorial Nominee Amy Acton at Canfield Fair, Multiple People Injured

An armed individual lunged at Ohio Democratic gubernatorial nominee Amy Acton while she was attending the Canfield Fair, injuring multiple people, according to a statement released by her campaign.

Acton and her husband, Eric, were unharmed.

Campaign confirms armed confrontation

The Ohioans for Amy Acton campaign said the incident occurred while Dr. Acton was attending the Canfield Fair.

“An armed individual lunged at Dr. Acton, injuring multiple people,” the campaign said.

The statement did not specify the type of weapon involved, identify the individual, or provide details about how the injuries occurred.

Law enforcement responded quickly

The campaign praised what it described as the “swift and decisive action of law enforcement” and said Acton and her husband were grateful for the response.

The campaign also said they were praying for the recovery of those injured.

No motive announced

Authorities had not immediately released further information about the suspect, a possible motive, or the conditions of those injured.

Acton’s campaign communications director, Addie Bullock, said the incident reflected violence that “has no place in Ohio.”

Further details are expected as law enforcement releases additional information.