Bondi shooting suspect faces terrorism and murder charges in Australia
Australian authorities have charged Naveed Akram with terrorism and 15 counts of murder after a deadly shooting at a Jewish festival in Bondi Beach. The attack, which occurred on June 5, 2025, is considered the country’s worst mass shooting in decades. Police allege the attack was inspired by ISIS and targeted festival attendees, including children and Holocaust survivors. Naveed Akram remains hospitalized and is expected to appear in court soon.
What we know
- Naveed Akram was charged with terrorism, 15 counts of murder, and 40 counts of attempted murder on June 5, 2025.
- The shooting at Bondi Beach killed 15 people and wounded dozens, including a 10-year-old girl and Holocaust survivors.
- Police say the attack was inspired by ISIS, and two homemade Islamic State flags were found in a car linked to Naveed Akram.
- Naveed's father, Sajid Akram, was killed during a shootout with police at the scene.
- Naveed Akram is still in hospital and will appear in court via audiovisual link, according to police.
