Sydney Bondi Beach shooting: who are the shooters?
A deadly shooting happened at Bondi Beach on Sunday.
A deadly shooting occurred on Sydney’s Bondi Beach which ended with at least 12 people dead and 29 others transported to various hospitals, including two police officers.
The incident took place during a Jewish community event on the beach organised for the first night of Hanukkah where reports say hundreds of people were gathered.
Who is Naveed Akram?
As for the culprits, one has been named as Naveed Akram from Bonnyrigg in Sydney’s southwest.
Asenior law enforcement official, speaking on condition of anonymity, told ABC that “Mr Akram’s home in the suburb of Bonnyrigg was being raided by police on Sunday evening.”
Police say they have two people in custody but add that their investigation is still ongoing. Detectives are investigating if a third gunman was involved.
Are the shooters dead or alive?
One of the 10 dead is said to be one of the shooters; a second alleged attacker is said to be in a critical condition.
What guns did they use?
Nothing is known about the choice of firearms of the shooters.
Two people are in police custody at Bondi Beach; however, the police operation is ongoing and we continue to urge people to avoid the area.
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Police have urged anyone within the Bondi Beach area to remain indoors in a safe location; they are appealing for witnesses or anyone with any information regarding the incident: “An extensive crime scene has been established and inquiries are now underway. There have been NO reports of any other incidents in Sydney connected to this incident,” a statement read.
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