Pakistan Origin Gunman Naveed Akram Named In Deadly Bondi Beach Shooting: Sources

Sydney: One of the gunmen who opened fire in Sydney's Bondi Beach on Sunday has been identified as a 24-year-old man named Naveed Akram. According to sources, the man is originally from Lahore, Pakistan. Twelve people, including one of the suspected shooters, were killed in the incident that unfolded at around 6:30 pm (local time) during the celebration of Jewish festival Hanukkah. 26 people, including two policemen, were injured in the attack.

As per reports, Naveed Akram, who was also shot during the incident, is being treated by emergency services at a hospital.

The driver license of the suspected terrorist has also come to light. He was wearing Pakistan cricket jersey in the license picture. According to the license, Akram's residence is in Bonnyrigg. Police are presently raiding Akram's house.

A camera captured Akram at the crime scene, holding a gun.

As per sources, Akram was a student of Al-Murad Institute in Sydney.

Terrorist Attack

Police have declared the mass shooting at the popular tourist beach a “terrorist attack”. NSW Premier Chris Minns said the attack aimed to target the Jewish population of Australia. “I can assure the community that it will be met with a massive police and public order response,” he added, saying, “Our heart bleeds for Australia's Jewish community tonight…It is the responsibility of all Australians to wrap their arms around Australia's Jewish community and help them get through this incredibly difficult period.”

‘No Place For Terrorism in Australia’: PM

Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the attack a "shocking and distressing" incident.

He further said, “An attack on Jewish Australians is an attack on every Australian, and every Australian tonight will be like me, devastated about this attack on our way of life.” He added, “There is no place for this hate, violence and terrorism in our nation, and let me be clear, we will eradicate it. Amidst this vile act of violence and hate will emerge a moment of national unity."

Good Samaritan Disarmed Gunman

As gunmen started shooting at innocent people on the beach, a bystander hid behind cars and snuck upon one of the shooters. The good Samaritan grabbed the gunman's neck and tackled him from behind. After a brief struggle, he succeeded in grabbing the gun. A video of the heroic act showed the man pointing the gun at the terror suspect.

This is a developing story.

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