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Surviving Bondi Shooting Suspect Charged With 59 Counts, Including Terrorism and Murder

Investigators describe an ISIS-inspired, antisemitic attack linked to a recent trip to the Philippines.

Overview

  • Naveed Akram, 24, regained consciousness in hospital and was formally charged while remaining under police guard.
  • Police say he and his father, Sajid Akram, killed 15 people and wounded dozens during a Hanukkah celebration; Sajid was shot dead by officers.
  • Officers reported discovering handmade ISIS flags and suspected explosive devices in the suspects’ vehicle, and they are scrutinizing a November stay in the Philippines.
  • Government leaders announced urgent gun-law tightening in New South Wales and federal measures targeting extremist preaching and visa holders who promote hate.
  • Funerals began for victims including Rabbi Eli Schlanger and 10-year-old Matilda, as civilian Ahmed al-Ahmed was widely praised after helping disarm a gunman.