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New weapons charges filed against suspect in deadly shooting at Bondi Beach Hanukkah festival
Officials announced 19 new charges against Naveed Akram related to the Bondi Beach Hanukkah attack, adding to the existing charges. The December 2025 shooting left 15 dead, and the suspect has not yet entered a plea.
Why It Matters
The case involves ongoing terrorism-related prosecutions in Australia following a major mass-casualty incident.
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New weapons charges filed against suspect in Bondi Beach attack
May 6, 2026
Officials said Naveed Akram will face 19 additional charges related to the attack; he had already been charged with 59 counts including murder, attempted murder and committing a terrorist act after the December 2025 attack. He has not yet entered a plea.
Bondi Beach Hanukkah festival attack
December 2025
Two gunmen opened fire on the Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach in December 2025, killing 15 people.