Toledo police name suspect Ka Nye Taylor in festival shooting that injured 12, hunt second gunman
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On Wednesday, officials announced the identification of a suspect linked to a shooting incident that left 12 people injured near Toledo’s Old West End Festival. They are also on the lookout for a second alleged gunman.

The Toledo Police Department has launched a manhunt for Ka Nye Taylor, who faces 11 charges of felonious assault in relation to the shooting that took place on June 6 near the well-known Old West End Festival. This annual gathering is celebrated for its live music, food stalls, and home tours.

Authorities described Taylor as a Black male, approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing around 130 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes.

Investigators have released an image of another suspected shooter, though this individual has not yet been named publicly.

A photo of Ka Nye Taylor was made public by the authorities as the hunt continues for those responsible for the mass shooting near the Toledo festival. (Credit: Toledo Police Department)

The response from the authorities was triggered at approximately 5:37 p.m. on Saturday, following reports of gunfire near Delaware Avenue and Glenwood Avenue, in close proximity to the festival area.

When officers arrived, they found multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds, police said.

Authorities later confirmed that all 12 victims were in stable condition. The victims ranged in age from 14 to 61, with most in their early 20s.

Investigators released a photo of a second suspected gunman but have not publicly identified the individual. (Toledo Police Department)

Investigators are asking anyone with information about Taylor’s whereabouts or the identity of the second suspected shooter to contact Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111.

Authorities are offering a combined reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to arrests. Crime Stoppers is offering $10,000, while the U.S. Marshals Service has offered an additional reward of up to $5,000.

Toledo Deputy Chief Joseph Heffernan said investigators believe at least two gunmen were involved.

Ka Nye Taylor

Ka Nye Taylor is wanted on 11 counts of felonious assault in connection with a shooting near Toledo’s Old West End Festival that wounded 12 people, police said. (Toledo Police Department)

“They were probably shooting at each other,” Heffernan said during a news conference.

Police said the gunfire erupted after a foot chase and assault involving two rival groups at the festival, according to WTOL 11.

Authorities said the shooting stemmed from a dispute between the groups.

Earlier this week, Lucas County Prosecutor Julia Bates vowed that “justice will be swift and strong.”

“Those who were frightened, traumatized or harmed by this violence will remain at the forefront of our efforts,” Bates said in a statement. “I’ve felt outrage before, but this is personal. This is my home. These are my friends and neighbors. It is not OK.”

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