We hope to convey you extra info on yesterday’s assault because it comes at hand. A police press briefing – scheduled for the Sydney Police Centre in Goulburn Road at 8am – ought to shed extra gentle. Within the meantime, here’s what we all know thus far.
What occurred in Bondi Junction? A person murdered six individuals by stabbing them with a knife inside Bondi Junction Westfield on Saturday afternoon. The attacker was shot lifeless by police.
How did it begin? Police say CCTV footage exhibits the attacker walked into Bondi Junction Westfield about 3.20pm and “engaged with” 9 individuals as he moved by means of, “inflicting hurt”.
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Who has been harmed? Six persons are confirmed lifeless, plus the attacker. NSW Ambulance stated they took eight sufferers to varied hospitals. A nine-month-old child was among the many injured.
Who was the attacker? NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb stated he was a 40-year-old who was identified to police however not believed to have held terrorist beliefs. He has not been formally recognized. Police are assured he acted alone.
What occurs subsequent? Police have promised a “prolonged and exact” investigation. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has mentioned the incident with Australian Federal Police Commissioner Reece Kershaw and the director-general of ASIO, Mike Burgess.
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