CloseThe suspected gunmen who killed 15 people in an antisemitic terrorist attack at Sydney’s Bondi Beach are father and son, police have said.
Hundreds had gathered for an event called Chanukah by the Sea near Bondi Beach’s children’s park when the attack was launched on Sunday evening.
One gunman, aged 50, was shot by police and died at the scene, while a second attacker, a 24-year-old man, suffered critical injuries and was taken to hospital under police guard.
New South Wales police commissioner Mal Lanyon told a press conference on Monday morning that the attackers were father and son. He also confirmed the 50-year-old man was a licensed firearm owner.
New South Wales’ health minister Ryan Park said that a ten-year-old girl taken to the Sydney Children’s Hospital was among those who had died. At least 40 people are receiving treatment in hospital, including three other children.
Officials said 14 people died at the scene with the child and a 40-year-old man later dying in hospital. The victims range from 10 years old to 87.
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Attackers father and son, police say
Australian Police have said the two gunmen who killed 15 people at Bondi Beach on Sunday are father and son.
One gunman, aged 50, was shot by police and died at the scene, while a second attacker, a 24-year-old man, suffered critical injuries and was taken to hospital under police guard.
New South Wales police commissioner Mal Lanyon told a press conference on Monday morning that the attackers were father and son. He also confirmed the 50-year-old man was a licensed firearm owner.
Athena Stavrou14 December 2025 20:35
Albanese: Attack was a 'dark day in Australia's history'
The Australian prime minister is speaking at a press conference.
Anthony Albanese said yesterday was “a dark day in our nations history” but said Australia is “stronger than the cowards who did this”.
He vowed to do “whatever is necessary” to stop antisemitism, as he called Sunday’s attack “evil”.
Mr Albanese said flags will fly at half-mast across the country on Monday.
Athena Stavrou14 December 2025 20:30
Premier urges Australians to give blood
Premier of New South Wales Chris Minns is currently speaking at a press conference.
He said Australians needed to “fight antisemitism” and said “there’s been overwhelming public outrage and support from the people of NSW”
He also urged people to give blood if they were able.
Athena Stavrou14 December 2025 20:28
Australian PM to give press conference
The Australian prime minister is about to speak at a press conference.
Anthony Albanese will be joined by Chris Minns, premier of New South Wales and emergency service officials.
We will bring you the latest updates here.
Athena Stavrou14 December 2025 20:24
Sydney wakes up after attack
It’s 7:15am in Sydney, the morning after an antisemitic terror attack on Bondi Beach.
We’ve already had some updates from authorities in the earlier in the morning, with the death toll having risen to 16 overnight.
Athena Stavrou14 December 2025 20:18
Three children remain in hospital
New South Wales Health Minister Ryan Park said the death toll had risen from 12 to 16 overnight, including a 12-year-old child.
Three other children are being treated in hospital, he said.
"This is absolutely horrendous for the community broadly, but particularly the Jewish community. … What we saw last night was the worst of humanity, but at the same time, the very best of humanity," Park said.
Athena Stavrou14 December 2025 20:11
One gunman remains in hospital
One gunman, aged 50, was shot by police and died at Bondi Beach while a second attacker, a 24-year-old man, suffered critical injuries and was taken to hospital under police guard, New South Wales Police said.
Athena Stavrou14 December 2025 20:02
Ten-year-old girl killed in the attack
We are getting more details from authorities on the victims of the attack at Bondi Beach.
New South Wales Police have confirmed a 10-year-old girl who died in hospital is among the 16 people who have been killed.
Athena Stavrou14 December 2025 19:56
Bondi Beach to remain closed on Monday, say police
New South Wales Police said Bondi Beach will remain closed on Monday following an attack that killed at least 16 people.
"Bondi Beach and surrounding roads in the Bondi area will be closed today as investigators continue to work through the crime scene. Aircrafts including drones are prohibited from flying over the crime scene," a statement said.
Daniel Keane14 December 2025 19:45
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