Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News Live Updates: Indian Origin of Gunman Sajid Akram Revealed; Family Unaware of Radicalisation

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• 23:30 (IST) 16 Dec 2025

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Check latest update

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Indian Authorities have revealed new details about the background of Sajid Akram. According to Indian police, Sajid Akram was originally from Hyderabad and had migrated to Australia. 

  According to reuters, He visited India 6 times. Indian Police says there is no criminal record or extremist activity linked to him before he left the country. 

  Sajid Akram had travelled to Philippines last month along wit his son on Indian Passport.  adding another international dimension to the ongoing investigation.  

• 19:04 (IST) 15 Dec 2025

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Slovak Woman Confirmed Among Victims of Bondi Beach Shooting

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Marika Pogány, a Slovak citizen, was among those killed in the deadly shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, the Slovak Jewish Association confirmed.

  Slovakia’s President Peter Pellegrini also acknowledged her death, describing the incident as a “senseless, violent rampage” on X. Pogány’s loss highlights the international dimension of the tragedy that targeted the Jewish community during Hanukkah celebrations.

  Already yesterday, I unequivocally condemned the brutal, deadly attack on innocent people during the Hanukkah celebrations at Australia’s Bondi Beach and expressed my deep solidarity with a nation plunged into grief and shock. Today, that grief has reached Slovakia as well —…

  — Peter Pellegrini (@PellegriniP_) December 15, 2025

  Authorities continue their investigation as communities across Australia and abroad mourn the victims of the attack.

• 19:03 (IST) 15 Dec 2025

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Victims Named and Hero Bystander Recognized

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: More than a day after the deadly attack at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, new details continue to emerge about the tragedy that claimed at least 15 lives and left dozens injured.

  Victims Identified
  Some of the victims have now been named. Among them are a ten-year-old girl, two rabbis, and a Holocaust survivor. International victims include a French national and a Slovak citizen, highlighting the global impact of the attack on the Jewish community.

  Hero Bystander Steps Forward

  Ahmed al Ahmed, the man captured on video tackling and disarming one of the gunmen, has been praised for his bravery. New South Wales Premier Chris Minns visited Ahmed in the hospital, calling him a “real-life hero” for his courageous actions during the attack.

  Authorities continue their investigations while communities mourn the loss, and public figures are urging unity and vigilance in the face of such acts of violence.

• 19:02 (IST) 15 Dec 2025

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Pope Leo Condemns Bondi Beach Attack, Calls for End to Antisemitism

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Pope Leo took to X to respond to the tragic Bondi Beach shooting, urging the world to reject antisemitic violence and pray for the victims.

  “Let us #PrayTogether for all those who suffer due to war and violence. Today I particularly wish to entrust to the Lord the victims of the terrorist massacre carried out yesterday in #Sydney against the Jewish community,” he wrote.

  He further added, “Enough with this antisemitic violence! Let us eliminate hatred from our hearts.”

  The Pope’s message emphasizes solidarity with the Jewish community and condemns hatred, calling for compassion and unity in the aftermath of one of Australia’s deadliest terror attacks.

• 19:01 (IST) 15 Dec 2025

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Why Bondi Beach Has One of Australia’s Largest Jewish Communities

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Census figures show that Bondi Beach has a Jewish population far higher than the national norm. About 4,441 residents in the area identified Judaism as their religion in the most recent census. This accounts for 13.6% of the local population, which is 34 times higher than Australia’s national average.

  Across the country, Jewish people make up just 0.4% of the total population, with around 99,956 people identifying as Jewish nationwide.

  A study of census data by the Jewish Communal Appeal (JCA) found that most Jewish Australians live in Sydney and Melbourne, making these cities the main centres of Jewish life in the country.

  The analysis also highlighted Australia’s place globally. In 2021, Australia was home to the eighth-largest Jewish population in the world, accounting for 0.8% of the global Jewish community. Germany held a similar share, while the majority of Jewish people worldwide continue to live in Israel and the United States.

• 17:49 (IST) 15 Dec 2025

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Bondi Beach Terror Attack Timeline; How the Deadly Hanukkah Shooting Unfolded

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: December 14: Hanukkah Celebration Turns Deadly

  The event marked the first night of Hanukkah and drew hundreds of people, including families and children, to the popular beachfront location.

  6:47 PM (Local Time): Two gunmen began shooting into the crowd. The attack lasted several minutes and triggered panic as people tried to escape. During the chaos, a brave bystander confronted one of the attackers and managed to disarm him. Police later shot both gunmen. One died at the scene.

  6:57 PM: Police issued an emergency alert asking people to stay indoors and avoid the area. Roads around Bondi Beach were sealed as officers secured the site.

  7:39 PM: Authorities confirmed that two suspects were in custody. Emergency services continued treating victims at the scene and nearby hospitals.

  10:00 PM: New South Wales Police officially declared the shooting a terrorist attack targeting Sydney’s Jewish community. Officers also confirmed the discovery of an improvised explosive device inside a nearby vehicle.

  December 15: Death Toll Rises, Details Emerge

  6:15 AM: Police confirmed that the death toll had risen to 16, including a 10-year-old child and one of the attackers. At least 42 people remained hospitalised.

  7:30 AM: Officials revealed that the attackers were a father and son, aged 50 and 24. The father died at the scene. The son remained in critical condition.

  5:36 PM: Authorities identified the gunmen as Sajid Akram and his son Naveed Akram. Investigators said they were probing possible extremist links.

  6:05 PM: Health officials said 27 people were still receiving treatment in hospitals. Six remained in critical condition.

• 17:46 (IST) 15 Dec 2025

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Hanukkah Celebration at Bondi Beach Descends Into Horror

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: What began as a Hanukkah gathering filled with joy and light at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach quickly turned into a scene of terror. Families, friends, and children had assembled to mark the Jewish festival when two gunmen suddenly opened fire, killing 15 people and leaving many others injured.

  The sound of gunshots shattered the festive atmosphere and sent people running for cover. Panic spread within seconds as attendees tried to understand what was happening and escape the danger.

  An 18-year-old who was at the beach with his friends described the terrifying moment when normal life turned into chaos. “We were flexing in the mirror, taking videos, and then we hear it: bang, bang, bang.”

  He said he and his friends ran and hid near a shower block, where they stayed for around 20 minutes. During that time, they were unsure if the shooting had ended or if the attackers were still nearby.

  When the sounds finally stopped and he stepped out, the scale of the violence became clear. Bodies lay scattered across the area, and the scene was deeply disturbing. “There were chunks of something human on the floor. It was dead people everywhere,” he added.

  The attack left a deep scar on the community and transformed a peaceful religious celebration into one of the darkest days in Australia’s recent history.

• 17:43 (IST) 15 Dec 2025

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: PM Albanese Says Bondi Shooters Acted Alone, No Wider Terror Cell Found

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said investigators have found no evidence that the two gunmen involved in the Bondi Beach shooting were part of a larger extremist network. He identified the attackers as Sajid and Naveed Akram and said they carried out the attack on their own.

  Speaking to Australian broadcaster ABC, Albanese said authorities have ruled out any form of coordination with others. "There's no evidence of collusion, no evidence that these people were part of a cell," he said, while adding that the attackers were “clearly” motivated by “extremist ideology.”

  The Prime Minister also confirmed that police are not searching for a third suspect linked to the shooting. However, investigators recovered a “range of IEDs (improvised explosive device)” from the attackers’ vehicle, raising concerns about the scale of their intentions.

  Albanese further clarified that Naveed Akram was not listed on any counter-terrorism watchlist before the attack. He said security agencies are continuing their investigation to understand how the attackers planned the assault and obtained their weapons, while maintaining there is no immediate threat linked to a wider network.

• 17:43 (IST) 15 Dec 2025

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: NSW Premier Vows Toughest Gun Laws After Bondi Beach Attack, Orders Full Probe

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: New South Wales Premier Chris Minns has pledged sweeping action in the wake of the deadly Bondi Beach shooting, promising the strongest gun control laws in Australia. He confirmed that authorities have launched a detailed investigation into the attack and will conduct a full, independent inquiry to examine how it unfolded.

  Speaking to reporters, Minns said the tragedy must lead to real change. He stressed the need to strengthen protections for communities across the state, with special focus on Sydney’s Jewish community, which has faced rising antisemitism and violence in recent years.

  The premier said the state government is considering recalling the New South Wales Parliament at the earliest to fast-track new legislation aimed at tightening gun ownership rules. He made it clear that existing laws are not enough and must be strengthened to prevent similar attacks in the future.

  Minns said his government is committed to delivering the toughest firearm regulations in the country, adding that public safety will remain the top priority as the investigation continues.

• 17:18 (IST) 15 Dec 2025

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: NSW Police Confirm Condition of Officers Wounded in Shooting

  Australia Bondi Beach Shooting News LIVE Updates: Two police officers remain hospitalised after suffering injuries while responding to the deadly shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach. Authorities confirmed on Monday that both officers are in a serious but stable condition, offering a measure of relief as the city continues to grapple with the shock of the attack.

  New South Wales Police identified one of the injured officers as Constable Scott Dyson. He has served with the Eastern Suburbs Police Area Command for the past 18 months. Officials have not shared further details about the second officer, citing privacy and medical reasons.

  The officers were injured while helping secure the area and protect civilians during the chaos that followed the gunfire. Emergency teams rushed them to hospital, where they continue to receive intensive medical care.

  Families of the injured officers released a statement thanking the wider community for its support. They said their thoughts are with the families of those who lost their lives and with everyone affected by the tragedy.

  They also praised the bravery of first responders who acted without hesitation. The families expressed special gratitude to police colleagues, paramedics, and hospital staff, including intensive care teams, for their efforts.

  While appreciating the public support, the families requested privacy. They said their focus remains on recovery and healing during what remains a difficult time.