Australian police have charged Naveed Akram with 15 counts of murder in connection with the deadly shooting at Bondi Beach, an attack that shocked the nation and left 15 people dead. The charges were filed after Akram regained consciousness in hospital, where he had been under police guard following the incident.
The shooting took place during a Hanukkah gathering attended by hundreds, turning a festive community event into a scene of chaos and grief. Authorities say multiple people were injured in the attack, some of them seriously, while emergency services rushed to secure the area and provide medical assistance. Police confirmed that the alleged gunman’s father was also involved and was shot dead by officers at the scene.
Investigators have described the case as one of the most serious acts of violence in recent Australian history. Along with the murder charges, Akram faces several additional offences as the investigation continues. The incident has prompted nationwide mourning, heightened security measures, and renewed discussions around public safety and extremism, as families of the victims prepare for funerals and court proceedings begin.
