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Armed man arrested after lunging at Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton at fair
An armed man lunged at Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair, injuring several attendees while Acton remained unharmed. The suspect, Patrick Havas, 38, was arrested and two handguns and brass knuckles were recovered, with widespread condemnation from Gov. Mike DeWine and challenger Vivek Ramaswamy as part of broader concerns about political violence ahead of the November election.
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About Canfield Fairgrounds
The Canfield Fairgrounds refers to a 353-acre plot of land in Canfield, Ohio, that hosts the week-long Canfield Fair every summer. Additionally, the grounds host several events throughout the year, such as dog shows, fireworks, 5k runs, hayrides, and other community events
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