The horrific terrorist attack on Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia shook the whole world. On Sunday evening, two attackers fired indiscriminately at about 1,000 Jews gathered in a small park during the Hanukkah festival. The death toll in this attack has increased to 16 and 40 others have been injured. According to Sydney Police, the age of the victims is between 10 and 87 years, which includes children, women and elderly people. Two police officers are also seriously injured in this attack.
Let’s take a look at the 10 latest updates related to this horrific terrorist attack…
1. Death toll reaches 16
According to the police, after the death of one attacker on the spot, the total number of dead has increased to 16. The condition of many of the injured is said to be serious.
2. Father and son turned out to be attackers
Police have confirmed that the two accused involved in the attack were father and son. The father was 50 years old, while the son was 24 years old.
3. Father died on the spot, son arrested
50 year old father Sajid Akram was killed during the attack. His son Navid Akram was caught injured, who has been admitted to the hospital and is under police surveillance.
4. Jewish religious event was targeted
The attack was carried out during Hanukkah celebrations, in which around 1000 people were involved. Police have called it a targeted anti-Jewish terrorist attack.
5. Indiscriminate firing continued for 10 minutes
According to eyewitnesses, the attack lasted for about 10 minutes. The sound of gunshots created panic on the beach and people were seen running here and there to save their lives.
6. From children to the elderly became victims
The age of the dead and injured is said to be ranging from 10 years to 87 years. Two policemen have also been injured, whose condition is serious but stable.
7. Weapons also disclosed
Video footage shows the attackers having a bolt-action rifle and a shotgun. Police are investigating the source of the weapons.
8. Many lives were saved due to Ahmed’s bravery.
9. Prime Minister Albanese told ‘dark chapter of terrorism’
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the attack as a ‘dark day’ in the country’s history. He said this is the result of pure terrorism and anti-Jewish hatred.
10. Security increased in Jewish areas, investigation continues
Police have clarified that at present there were only two attackers. Security has been increased in Jewish community areas and religious places across the country. International leaders have also condemned the attack.
This terrorist attack has shocked not only Australia but the entire world. Bondi Beach, which is generally considered a symbol of happiness and peace, today seems to be shrouded in mourning and silence.
