Alleged Bondi gunman charged with 15 counts of murder

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete December 17, 2025 at 10:46 AM

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Naveed Akram, the surviving suspect in the Bondi Beach mass shooting in Sydney, has been charged with 59 offences, including 15 counts of murder and committing a terrorist act. The attack, which targeted Australia's Jewish community during a Hanukkah celebration, resulted in fifteen deaths and dozens of injuries, making it the country's deadliest shooting since 1996. Akram also faces charges related to grievous bodily harm and displaying a prohibited terrorist symbol. Authorities have designated the incident a terrorist attack, potentially motivated by Islamic State ideology. Akram's case has been adjourned until April 2026, and investigations are ongoing, including examining the Akrams' recent travel to the Philippines.

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