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Terror Attack at Bondi Beach Hanukkah Event Leaves 12 Dead, Dozens Hurt

Counter-terror police are examining suspected explosives linked to the attack alongside inquiries into potential additional offenders.

Overview

  • NSW authorities say one suspected gunman was killed and a second is in custody in critical condition, with checks continuing for a possible third offender.
  • Police reported 29 people taken to hospitals, including two officers, and established a large exclusion zone across the Bondi area.
  • Specialist teams located suspected improvised explosive devices in a vehicle tied to the deceased attacker and deployed bomb disposal experts.
  • More than 1,000 people had gathered for the Chanukah by the Sea celebration when the shooting began shortly after 6:40 p.m. local time.
  • Video showed a bystander tackling and disarming one attacker as officials labeled the assault a targeted antisemitic act and leaders urged calm and cooperation with investigators.