On December 14, 2025, two gunmen attacked a Hanukkah event at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, killing atleast 11 people and injuring 29 more.
Event Details
- Date and time: Sunday, December 14, 2025, around 6:45 p.m.
- Location: Bondi Beach near Bondi Pavilion.​
Casualties
- Deaths: at least 11 people.
- Injuries: About 29, including two police officers.
Attackers
- Two gunmen fired into the crowd.
- One shooter: Naveed Akram from Bonnyrigg, killed by police.
- Second shooter: Arrested in critical condition.
Motive
- Authorities say the attack deliberately targeted a Jewish Hanukkah celebration. They describe it as an antisemitic terrorist incident.
Heroes
- Ahmed al Ahmed, 43, tackled a gunman from behind and seized his weapon. He suffered two gunshot wounds.
- NSW Police officers engaged both gunmen on scene. They killed one shooter and wounded the second.
