Bondi beach terror attack: 16 people including one child dead in antisemitic shooting

"A father and son have been identified as the alleged shooters in a terrorist attack at Sydney's Bondi beach, as authorities confirm the death toll from the massacre has risen to 15, including one child. One of the gunmen was also confirmed dead. The Australian prime minister, Anthony Albanese, said the shooting was an act of pure evil, an act of antisemitism, an act of terrorism on our shores. It was Australia's worst mass shooting in 29 years."

"Sajid Akram, 50, and son Naveed Akram, 24, have been identified as the alleged gunmen behind the attack. The older man was shot by police and died at the scene during Sunday's attack, while the 24-year-old suffered critical injuries and was taken to hospital under police guard. A police statement on Monday said 14 people died at the scene, with two more dying in hospital overnight. They said 40 people were injured."

"Bondi beach map Albanese said Bondi beach was a place associated with joy and celebrations but was forever tarnished by what has occurred last evening. This was an attack deliberately targeted at the Jewish community. On the first day of Hanukah, which of course should a joyous celebration and the Jewish community are hurting today. Today, all Australians wrap our arms around them. And say we stand with you. We will do whatever is necessary to stamp out antisemitism. It is a scourge and we'll eradicate it together."

A father and son have been identified as the alleged shooters in a terrorist attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach, following a massacre that left 15 people dead and 40 injured. One gunman, Sajid Akram, 50, was shot by police and died at the scene; his son, Naveed Akram, 24, was critically injured and taken to hospital under police guard. Fourteen victims died at the scene and two more died in hospital overnight. Victims range from 10 to 87 years old, including a 10-year-old girl. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese labeled the attack antisemitic terrorism, and New South Wales leaders vowed to confront antisemitism.

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