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The two men who did it Sydney Bondi Beach attack Earlier this month, Australians were not involved in any “broader terrorist groups” police explain.
fifteen people died Sajid Akram, 50, and his son Naveed, 24, opened fire on a crowd celebrating the celebrations, injuring dozens of people. Jewish Holidaying at Archer Park in Bondi on 14th December.
Sajid was shot police Navied was at the scene when he was arrested.
Commonwealth of Australia police Commissioner Krissy Barrett said a preliminary investigation into why the pair spent much of November in the Philippines found “no evidence they received training or logistical preparation.”
she added police The two were spotted in the Philippines rarely leaving their hotel in Davao City.
“It is alleged that these individuals acted alone,” the commissioner said. She did not explain why they visited the Southeast Asian country but reiterated her belief they were inspired by Islamic State.
“There is no evidence that the alleged offenders were part of a wider terrorist organization or were directed by others to carry out the attacks,” she said.
“I want to be clear, I’m not saying they’re here for tourism.”
Meanwhile, New South Wales Police said “all available resources” would be used on New Year’s Eve, with more than 2,500 officers deployed in Sydney, many of them armed.
State Premier Chris Minns defended the decision, saying “safety needs to change” and urged people to attend the traditional fireworks display on Sydney Harbor.
“This is an opportunity to thumb your nose at terrorists and their ideology, which really puts us in a ball instead of celebrating this beautiful city,” he said.
“This is an opportunity to live your life and rebel against this ideology.”
Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore said there would be a minute’s silence at 11pm on New Year’s Eve and an event to remember the victims of the Bundy attack. Jewish Menorahs projected onto the pylons of the Sydney Harbor Bridge.