Christopher Bourn, 31, Killed in Toledo Bar Shooting; Three Others Critically Injured, No Suspects Identified
Toledo, OH – July 6, 2025 — A tragic and violent night unfolded in North Toledo as gunfire erupted outside a popular local hangout, leaving one man dead and three others in critical condition. The Toledo Police Department has confirmed that 31-year-old Christopher Bourn was shot and killed in the early hours of Sunday morning outside Agenda Sports Bar and Grill, located on the 2100 block of Matzinger Road.
According to authorities, the incident occurred shortly after 1:00 a.m. when officers responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a shooting in the bar’s parking lot. Upon arrival, law enforcement found four individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Christopher Bourn was pronounced dead at the scene, while the three other victims—whose names have not yet been released—were rushed to a nearby hospital, where they remain in critical condition.
The shooting has sent shockwaves through the Toledo community, sparking concern, sadness, and anger as yet another act of senseless violence claims lives and leaves families devastated.
Witnesses reported a chaotic scene as patrons scattered in fear. “It was supposed to be a regular Saturday night,” one witness said. “Next thing you know, we heard gunshots. People were screaming and running for their lives.”
Police have not released any information about potential suspects or motives. As of Sunday afternoon, no arrests have been made, and investigators continue to work around the clock to gather evidence, review surveillance footage, and interview witnesses who may have seen or heard anything leading up to the shooting.
“We are actively pursuing all leads,” said a spokesperson for the Toledo Police Department. “At this time, we ask the public to come forward with any information that might help bring those responsible to justice. No detail is too small.”
Christopher Bourn, a Toledo native, is being remembered by family and friends as a loyal, hardworking man who loved his daughter and had a deep connection to his community. Those who knew him say he had a heart of gold and was the kind of person who would give the shirt off his back to help someone in need.
In a heartbreaking social media post, a family member wrote, “Chris didn’t deserve this. He was a good man, a father, a son, a friend. Our hearts are broken, and we want answers. We want justice.”
The Agenda Sports Bar and Grill, where the incident occurred, has not yet released a statement, but many locals are questioning safety and security at nightlife venues throughout the city. Community leaders and activists are calling for a renewed focus on violence prevention and increased police presence in high-risk areas.
As the investigation continues, the community prepares to mourn the life of Christopher Bourn, a young man whose future was stolen far too soon. Friends and loved ones have begun organizing a vigil in his memory and are calling on the city to come together—not just in grief, but in determination to stop the violence.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 419-255-1111. Anonymous tips may be eligible for a cash reward.
Toledo remains on edge as another family is left to pick up the pieces in the wake of a tragedy that should never have happened.