Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:25am on 15 Dec 2025,Monday International
Dramatic video footage from Bondi Beach shows a heroic bystander tackling and disarming one of the gunmen during the mass shooting that killed 16 people. The clip captures the chaotic moment as the man wrestles a rifle from the attacker's hands and attempts to turn the weapon on him while others flee. Additional footage shows a second shooter firing from an elevated walkway as beachgoers scatter. The attack occurred during "Chanukah by the Sea," a Hanukkah celebration on Sunday evening around 6:40 PM. Nearly 40 people were injured, including two police officers. One gunman was killed; the second suspect remains in custody.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:14am on 15 Dec 2025,Monday International
Australian police confirmed the Bondi Beach terror attack death toll has risen to 16, identifying the two gunmen as Pakistani father-son duo Naveed Akram, 50, and Sajid Akram, 24. The elder Akram was killed by police, while his son remains hospitalized in critical condition. The attack targeted a Jewish Hanukkah celebration called "Chanukah by the Sea" on Sunday evening, wounding at least 40 people including two officers. Authorities recovered six firearms and an improvised explosive device. Police Commissioner Mal Lanyon confirmed no additional suspects are being sought and that the deceased was a licensed firearms holder. The attack has been declared a terrorist incident, with investigations continuing alongside Commonwealth agencies.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:38pm on 14 Dec 2025,Sunday International
Australian police have shared new details on the deadly Bondi Beach shooting. Authorities said the two suspects were a father and son. The older suspect, aged 50, was shot dead during the attack. The younger suspect, aged 24, is injured and in hospital. Police said they are not looking for a third gunman. One of the attackers had a valid firearm licence and owned several registered weapons. Officials said there is no early sign the attack was planned. The death toll has risen to 16, including the gunman. Several victims died from injuries overnight, including a child. (PC: X )
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:08pm on 14 Dec 2025,Sunday International
Eleven people were killed in a deadly shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah event on Sunday. Police said the attack targeted the Jewish community and have declared it a terror incident. British-born Rabbi Eli Schlanger was among those killed, his family confirmed. More than 1,000 people were present at the event when gunmen opened fire. One attacker was shot dead by police, while a second suspect is in critical condition. Twenty-nine people, including a child, were taken to hospital. Leaders across Australia condemned the attack as rare and deeply shocking. The investigation is ongoing. (PC: BBC)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:13pm on 14 Dec 2025,Sunday International
Police have identified one suspect in the deadly shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach during Hanukkah celebrations. At least 11 people were killed when two gunmen opened fire. One suspect was shot dead, while the other remains critically injured. Police also found an improvised explosive device in a car linked to the attacker. NSW Police said one suspect was known to authorities but was not seen as a major threat. A home linked to the suspect was raided. Officials have declared the incident a terrorist attack. Investigations are ongoing, and more suspects are not ruled out. (PC: HT)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:44pm on 14 Dec 2025,Sunday International
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Sunday described the Bondi Beach shooting in Sydney as a “devastating terror attack”. He said the Jewish community was deliberately targeted during a Hanukkah event in Australia. At least 11 people were killed when two gunmen opened fire on the crowd. One attacker was shot dead by police, while the other was arrested. “There is no place for this hate, violence and terrorism in our nation,” Albanese said. He praised civilians who rushed to help victims. New South Wales police declared the incident a terrorist attack and said an explosive device was found in a linked vehicle. Authorities have urged people to avoid the area as security operations continue. (PC: Reuters)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:41pm on 14 Dec 2025,Sunday International
2 people were killed in a shooting at Brown University in the US state of Rhode Island. Nine others were injured, police said. One injured person remains in critical condition. The shooting led to a large police operation, with more than 400 officers deployed. Authorities later detained a person of interest in their 30s and said no other suspects are being sought. The shelter-in-place order on campus has been lifted, but some areas remain closed. Brown University cancelled all remaining classes and exams for the term. University officials said the decision was taken to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff. (PC: Reuters)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:30pm on 14 Dec 2025,Sunday International
Australian police have identified one of the alleged Bondi Beach attackers as 24-year-old Naveed Akram from Sydney. The attack took place around 6.30 pm on Sunday during a Jewish Hanukkah event in Australia. At least 12 people were killed and 29 others were injured, including a child and two police officers. Police said the attack was targeted at the Jewish community and have declared it a terror attack. One gunman was shot dead, while the other is in critical condition. Police raided Akram’s home and are probing possible explosives found nearby. (PC: NDTV)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:25pm on 14 Dec 2025,Sunday International
At least 12 people, including children and a police officer, were killed in a terrorist attack at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on Sunday. The shooting happened during a Jewish Hanukkah event called Chanukah by the Sea. Nearly 29 people were injured. Police said two gunmen opened fire on the crowd. One attacker was shot dead, while the other was arrested and is in critical condition. Authorities said the attack was targeted at the Jewish community. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese strongly condemned the violence. Security agencies are investigating possible explosives and links to others involved. (PC: AP)
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:17pm on 14 Dec 2025,Sunday International
Australian authorities say one of the suspected gunmen in the mass shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach has been identified as 24-year-old Naveed Akram from Bonnyrigg, as a photo of him circulates online. Police raided his home Sunday evening as part of ongoing inquiries. The shooting, which erupted during a Hanukkah festival, left multiple casualties and sparked widespread fear, with two suspects now in custody. NSW Police and emergency services continue their investigation, urging the public to remain calm and avoid the area. Leaders condemned the violence while more details emerge about motive and responsibility. (PC: NDTV)