Man shot in central Toledo

5/20/2013
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    Toledo Police inspect a van with multiple bullet holes after a shooting today on Hoag Street near Belmont Avenue.

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  • Toledo Police inspect a van with multiple bullet holes after a shooting today on Hoag Street near Belmont Avenue.
    Toledo Police inspect a van with multiple bullet holes after a shooting today on Hoag Street near Belmont Avenue.

    One man was taken to Toledo Hospital today after a shooting in central Toledo.

    The man, who has not been identified, was shot at least once in the 1200 block of Hoag Street just before 1:40 p.m.

    The victim called 911 as he was driving a blue mini van to Toledo fire Station 16, on Dorr Street, where a large crowd gathered after the victim was taken to the hospital.

    Toledo Police investigate the scene of a shooting on Hoag.
    Toledo Police investigate the scene of a shooting on Hoag.

    A man who lives near the shooting scene reported hearing eight to 10 gunshots and seeing a black Jeep-type vehicle flee from the scene.

    Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111.