The gunmen responsible for the terror attack at a Hanukkah event in Australia were a father, 50, and his son, 24, according to police.

Here’s the key summary of this horrific terror attack:

• Attack Details: On Dec. 14 at 6:47 p.m. local time, two gunmen—a father (50) and son (24)—opened fire on a Hanukkah by the Sea festival crowd in Archer Park at Sydney’s Bondi Beach. At least 16 dead (including a 10-year-old girl; victims aged 10-87) and 40+ injured. It was labeled a “terrorist incident” and act of antisemitism.
• Perpetrators: The father died at the scene (licensed firearms owner with 6 registered guns); the son, identified as 24-year-old Naveed Akram from Sydney, is in critical condition. Police recovered 6 firearms on the beach, explosive devices from their vehicle (now rendered safe), and searched properties in Campsie and Bonnyrigg.
• Heroic Response: Bystander Ahmed al Ahmed wrestled a gunman to the ground, disarming him in footage—hailed a hero by officials despite sustaining two gunshot wounds and hospitalization.
• Official Reaction: NSW Premier Chris Minns and PM Anthony Albanese called it “pure evil” and an act of terrorism; national flags at half-mast. Police confirm no ongoing threat.

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