Police: Bondi Beach shooting suspects had bombs, ISIS flags and recently traveled to Philippines

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 3 min read 100% complete by Bradford BetzDecember 16, 2025 at 06:24 AM

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Australian authorities have identified the father-and-son gunmen in the Bondi Beach shooting as having ISIS-inspired motives. The pair killed 15 people and injured over two dozen during a Hanukkah event. Their vehicle contained improvised explosive devices and homemade ISIS flags, suggesting a planned, larger attack. Investigators are treating the incident as a terrorist attack. Police confirmed the suspects recently traveled to the Philippines, a region with known ISIS-linked networks, and are investigating the purpose of their trip. While authorities are exploring all avenues, they currently believe the two acted alone, but are reviewing digital devices and travel records.

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