Man Who Attempted to Attack Acton Released on Bond
Patrick Havas pleaded not guilty to assault and disorderly conduct, and prosecutors said investigators are still seeking additional video from the incident.
- On Sunday, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton was interrupted at the Canfield Fair by Patrick Havas, 38, who carried two handguns and brass knuckles before security intercepted him.
- While Acton's campaign alleged Havas lunged at her, Mahoning County Prosecutor Lynn Maro stated video evidence shows him recording and calling her name, never making contact with the candidate.
- Havas made his first court appearance Tuesday, where a Mahoning County judge set bond at $5,000; he pleaded not guilty to assault and was ordered to surrender all firearms.
- Under Ohio law, state and county fairs cannot prohibit attendees from carrying firearms, though a Canfield Fair representative stated officials follow established procedures to ensure safety for all attendees.
- Witnesses reported Havas pushed through the crowd, knocking two people down, while prosecutors stated additional charges remain possible if new evidence emerges following the incident.
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