Former Attorney Convicted of Attempted Murder in Toledo Restaurant Incident
Matthew Exton, a former attorney, has been convicted of attempted murder and other charges for attempting to shoot his ex-wife in a restaurant in Toledo, Ohio. The gun did not fire, and patrons and staff intervened to subdue him. He…
Hartford & New Haven, CT, September 6, 2026 — Matthew Exton, identified as a former attorney, has been convicted of attempted murder and additional charges following an incident that occurred in a restaurant located in Toledo, Ohio. The charges stem from an alleged attempt by Exton to shoot his ex-wife at the establishment.
According to reports, the firearm Exton allegedly used in the incident did not discharge. Following the attempt, patrons and staff present at the restaurant intervened. These individuals successfully subdued Exton. The specific details regarding the sequence of events leading up to the incident and the exact nature of the additional charges were not provided in the summary.
Matthew Exton is currently awaiting sentencing for the conviction. His sentencing date has been scheduled for September 21.
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