Bondi Beach shooting as it happened, December 15: Gunmen were father and son; Sixteen people dead, more injured; Rabbi named as victim
WHAT WE KNOW
At least 15 victims have been killed in a mass terror attack at Bondi Beach. Dozens of casualties have also been take to hospitals across Sydney. One alleged gunman was killed at the scene and another is critically injured in hospital. Police say the alleged gunmen were father and son. Follow live updates below.
WATCH: Hero wrestles gun from attacker
VICTIMS: Rabbi among those shot dead
BONDI ATTACK: What we know so far
IN PICTURES: Flowers grow at attack scene
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Signing off for the night. Here's what we know
It has been an unimaginable 24 hours.
To recap:
- Sajid Akram, 50, and his son Naveed Akram, 24, are accused of carrying out the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach yesterday
- Sajid was killed, and Naveed is in hospital. Police expect to lay charges
- The death toll rose to 15 people, including a 10-year-old girl, a Holocaust survivor, two rabbis, and a French national
- Tonight, 27 people, including two children, two police officers and a hero who disarmed one of the gunmen, remain in hospital
- Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced there will be an overhaul of gun laws
- Hundreds gathered at a vigil at Bondi Pavilion to pay tribute to the victims
We will leave our blog here for tonight, but we will be back with all the updates in the morning.
Please remember to take extra care of yourself and each other during this distressing time and reach out if you need help.
To contact Lifeline Australia, call 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14.
For people under 25 years old, you can contact Kids Helpline at 1800 55 1800.
Both of these are available on a 24/7 basis.
Donald Trump praises 'very, very brave' Australian hero
The US president has paid tribute to hero Ahmed el Ahmed.
"In Australia, you probably read, it's been a very, very brave person, actually, who went and attacked frontally, one of the shooters," Donald Trump said.
"Very brave person who's right now in the hospital."
Cricket players, fans hold a minute-silence
At the BBL match between Brisbane and Melbourne, the players and fans stood for a minute silence to pay tribute to the victims of the Bondi terror attack.
"We stand together with all Australians," a message on the billboard.
Players, officials and fans stand for a minute silence. Getty
The BBL match between Brisbane and Melbourne was being held in Geelong. Getty
In the midst of devastation, these Aussies jumped into action
Brad heard the gunshots and ran into the street.
He immediately offered people refuge in his apartment.
"I had my neighbour walking by, and I said 'get back into your apartment', and then there were about 10 people walking by at that moment, and I was like, 'Come through here'," he told 9News.
Brad heard the gunshots and ran into the street. Nine
Abdulah Ashrof helped an injured police officer. Nine
Abdulah Ashrof drove into the chaos and saw the two shooters on the bridge.
He discovered some victims, including a police officer.
"He was very brave, he was trying to stay conscious, we were trying to talk to him," he said.
"We were trying to help him, hold his hand. There were other people who were trying to wrap his wound, put pressure on his wound."
Hundreds embrace at emotional vigil
Sydneysiders are holding each other tight, sharing tears and gathering at a vigil at Bondi Beach tonight.
The Jewish community was surrounded by hundreds of supporters, who laid flowers and paid tribute to the 15 people killed, dozens more injured, and countless lives changed forever.
A Menorah is lit at the vigil. Steven Siewert
Tears are shed as many remember the haunting scenes from the terror attack. Steven Siewert
Sydneysiders embrace and hold each other tight. Steven Siewert
Muslims pray and pay their respects at the vigil. Getty
Hundreds showed up to pay their respects. Steven Siewert
Israel's ambassador returns to Australia to be with Jewish community
Israel's Ambassador to Australia Amir Maimon has returned to the country to offer his support to the Jewish community in the wake of the terrorist attack.
He said he would "stand in solidarity with the Jewish community and the people of Australia, offering condolences, support and reflection during a time of national mourning".
Maimon left earlier this year after announcing his retirement, with his replacement to take over next month.
He plans to address the media from Bondi Beach tomorrow.
NSW premier visits hero in hospital
Chris Minns has visited Ahmed el Ahmed in hospital, where he is recovering from bullet wounds after disarming one of the gunmen in yesterday's attack.
Minns said it was an honour to spend time with the man being hailed as a hero around the world.
New footage of father-and-son gunmen hours before attack
The footage shows Sajid Akram, 50, and Naveed Akram, 24, leaving the Airbnb they rented in Campsie for $90 a night about 5.15pm on Sunday.
The car is seen pulling away ahead of the 40-minute trip to Bondi Beach.
A few hours later, they would fire dozens of shots, killing 15 and injuring many more at the popular spot.
CCTV captures the moment the alleged gunmen step out of their Campsie rented room. 9News
The Akrams were staying at the rental for a few days, but lived with their family in Bonnyrigg.
His family told the Sydney Morning Herald the pair said they were on a fishing trip.
Both locations have been raided by police, and guns were seized from the Campsie address today.
Police raid the Campsie address. 9News
Aussie hero pictured recovering in hospital bed
Australian hero, Ahmed el Ahmed, who was shot when he bravely disarmed one of the gunmen, has been pictured recovering in hospital after undergoing surgery.
More than $745,000 has been raised to cover his medical costs.
US hedge fund billionaire Bill Ackman made a generous donation of $99,999.
Australian hero, Ahmed el Ahmed, who was shot when he bravely disarmed one of the gunmen has been pictured recovering in hospital after undergoing surgery. Supplied
Reporter recalls devastating scenes shortly after shooting
9News reporter Damien Ryan said it was a "beautiful evening" before suddenly two gunmen opened fire, killing 15 people and injuring dozens more at Bondi.
"Thousands of people enjoying that evening, and the next minute, they're running for their lives," he said.
"They didn't really know what was going on."
Ryan said yesterday's terrorist attack will "live for a long time".
"Everyone has a story and I'm sure that those stories they will sadly never forget," he said.
9News reporter Damien Ryan said it was a "beautiful evening" before suddenly two gunmen opened fire. Nine
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