At least 12 killed in Australia’s Bondi Beach shooting: What we know so far

At least 12 people have been killed in a mass shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, prompting a large-scale emergency response. The incident took place Sunday during a public gathering for the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah. Police and medical teams have rushed to the scene and began investigations. Here’s what we know so far:

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   What happened at Australia's Bondi Beach?

   Two gunmen opened fire on Australia's famous Bondi Beach on Sunday when a crowd had gathered for the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. Based on reports and calls of shots being fired, emergency services were called to Campbell Parade, which provides the way to reach the iconic Bondi Beach and is the key connection between the commercial strip and the beach.
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   Have people been killed in the Bondi Beach shooting?

   While a police operation is ongoing, at least 12 deaths have been confirmed. Nearly a dozen others have been injured in the incident, including two police personnel.

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   What about the shooters?

   The two gunmen allegedly involved in the deadly shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach have been apprehended. A man believed to be one of the shooters is dead, while the second alleged shooter is in critical condition, police said.

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   What is the federal government’s response to the shooting?

   Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the incident "shocking and distressing", adding that "emergency responders are on the ground and working to save lives". Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said, “This is a targeted attack on Jewish Australians on the first day of Hanukkah…An act of evil, antisemitism, terrorism that has struck the heart of our nation.”

   “An attack on Jewish Australians is an attack on every Australian. And every Australian tonight will be, like me, devastated [by] this attack on our way of life. There is no place for this hate, violence and terrorism in our nation. Let me be clear, we will eradicate it.”

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   What is the police doing now?

   Officers attached to Eastern Suburbs Police Area Command were assisted by multiple resources across the city, a police statement read. Suspicious items located in the vicinity are being examined by specialist officers and an exclusion zone is in place. An extensive crime scene has been established and inquiries are now underway.

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   Police

   Police are now appealing for anyone with mobile phone vision or dashcam vision relevant to this incident to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.