As Naveed Akram wakes up from a coma, here’s where he and his father allegedly trained before the Bondi Beach shooting

Sydney is shaken following a deadly attack at Bondi Beach during Hanukkah celebrations that claimed the lives of 15 innocent lives and left dozens injured. Officials confirm that the shooters were a father-and-son duo, Sajid, 50, and Naveed, 24, who executed Australia’s deadliest mass shooting in 30 years.

Attack Details and Casualties

Sajid died while cowering on a footbridge along with his son during the assault. Naveed was given life-saving CPR from courageous officials and was rushed to the hospital after being struck several times. He was in a medically induced coma but “woke up earlier today,” according to New South Wales Police sources. Authorities have been at his bedside questioning him, as reported by Australian media.


Victims ranged from 10-year-old Matilda to an 87-year-old. Dozens remain hospitalized following the devastating incident.

Suspects’ Background

Authorities believe that both traveled to the Philippines for “military-style training” before coming back to Australia. They were reportedly motivated by Islamic State ideology, as confirmed by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Police are evaluating “homemade” IS group flags and improvised explosive devices recovered from a vehicle that was used by the attackers.

Acts of Bravery During the Attack

Many civilians risked their lives to stop the shooters. The clip captured Ahmed al Ahmed, 43, wrestling a rifle from one of the gunmen. Ahmed pointed the weapon at the unarmed suspect before being shot five times and getting hospitalized.

Another footage shows Boris Gurman, 69, and his wife Sofia, 69, battling one of the gunmen on a busy road. Both of them were tragically shot and succumbed to their injuries after trying to disarm the attacker.

Evidence Found

Authorities found a clip recorded by the suspects at an Airbnb in Campsie, almost 12 miles from Bondi. The footage shows the duo posing with weapons and discussing extremist beliefs. Before coming back to Sydney, the Akram duo had spent a month in the Philippines, a place identified as a hotbed for extremist activity. They reportedly told their family they were on a fishing trip during their stay at the rental property.

Ongoing Investigation

Authorities continue to investigate the attack, concentrating on the suspects’ network, intentions, and any possible accomplices. The surviving shooter continues to be in custody while officials piece together the events resulting in the mass shooting.

FAQs;

Q1. Who were the shooters?
The attack was executed by father-and-son Sajid and Naveed. Both were reportedly radicalized and trained overseas.

Q2. Where did the shooting occur?
The incident happened at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia. It occurred during Hanukkah celebrations.