# Armed assailant attacks Ohio Democratic candidate during campaign stop

https://mins.news/en/item/47887

- Al Jazeera, 2026-09-07 04:53 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/7/armed-assailant-attacks-ohio-democratic-candidate-during-campaign-stop?traffic_source=rss

> An armed man lunged at Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton while she spoke at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people. Acton was unharmed. Police arrested 38-year-old Patrick Havas, who allegedly had two pistols and a Taser; brass knuckles were also recovered. He faces disorderly conduct and assault charges.

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