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Armed Man Arrested After Reportedly Lunging at Ohio Candidate

An armed man was arrested after reportedly lunging at Amy Acton. Acton is the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor.

The incident happened during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair. The fair is in Mahoning County near Youngstown, Ohio.

It happened on Sunday, according to Acton's campaign. Reports say it took place around 2:30 p.m. in a Mahoning County Democratic Party tent.

Acton's campaign said multiple people were injured during the confrontation. Some volunteers were knocked to the ground.

Acton was not reported injured. The severity of other injuries was not immediately clear.

A possible motive was also not immediately clear. Patrick Havas was identified as the armed suspect.

He allegedly attacked Acton and knocked volunteers to the ground. Police found weapons in his possession before his arrest.

Klear Note — Campaign stops are public events where candidates meet voters during elections.
Key Terms 3
  • Amy Acton Democratic candidate running for governor of Ohio.
  • Canfield Fair Annual fair held in Mahoning County, Ohio.
  • Mahoning County County in Ohio near the city of Youngstown.
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