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Bondi Hero Ahmed Al Ahmed Reports No Sensation in Left Hand After Nerve Test

He plans to reopen his Sutherland shop during ongoing treatment.

Overview

  • Al Ahmed said nerve testing delivered electrical stimulation up to 100 mA with no feeling in his injured left hand.
  • He was shot five times on December 14 after disarming an alleged gunman at Archer Park, suffering severe injuries to his left hand and arm.
  • Doctors previously removed a bullet from his shoulder and treated nerve damage, and he has pursued additional care in the United States.
  • He described a January episode of sudden swelling and severe pain that forced him to cancel meetings while overseas.
  • A GoFundMe raised more than $2.5 million and he received official recognition, including a hospital visit from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.