Police investigation of Bondi Beach antisemitic shooting finds no evidence of 'broader terrorist cell'
Summary
An investigation found no evidence that two men, accused of killing 15 people at a Jewish festival in Sydney, were part of a larger terrorist group. The men, Sajid Akram and his son Naveed Akram, allegedly acted alone. The attack occurred during a Hannukah festival at Bondi Beach.Key Facts
- Police found no connections between the accused shooters and a larger terrorist group.
- Sajid Akram and Naveed Akram were accused of killing 15 people and injuring 40 at a Sydney Jewish festival.
- They traveled to the Philippines but were mostly in their hotel, with no evidence of planning an attack there.
- The accused are said to have been inspired by the Islamic State group.
- Naveed Akram has not yet entered pleas for numerous charges, including murder and terrorism.
- Sydney police plan to increase security with 2,500 officers at New Year's Eve celebrations.
- Commemoration efforts for the victims include a moment of silence and menorah projections at Sydney Harbor.
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