Armed man arrested after allegedly charging toward Democratic Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton at fair
Updated on: September 7, 2026 / 12:23 AM EDT / CBS/AP
TL;DR
- An armed man, Patrick Havas, was arrested for charging at Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton at the Canfield Fair.
- Havas allegedly knocked over two people on mobility scooters while advancing towards Acton.
- Acton's security detail apprehended Havas, who was found to be carrying two pistols and brass knuckles.
- Several individuals were injured in the incident, but Acton was unharmed.
- Havas faces charges including misdemeanor assault and disorderly conduct.