🔗 Share this article Alleged Bondi Beach Attackers Acted Alone and Did Not Undergo Training in the Southeast Asian Nation, Authorities Say. National Federal Police state there is lack of proof the alleged Bondi attackers operated as members of a wider terror cell. The pair of accused gunmen responsible for the deadly shooting at a Hanukkah event on Bondi Beach, which claimed 15 lives, reportedly operated independently, as stated by national police. Investigators additionally revealed that Sajid Akram, 50, and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram journeyed to the Philippines on 1 November. Their itinerary involved arriving in the capital Manila before transiting that same day to Davao City. The duo flew back to Sydney on 29 November. No Evidence of Planning During Trip Authorities have stated the individuals did not partake in any type of terrorist training or "organizing" during their time in the Philippines. Early inquiries from local officials indicate they "rarely left" their accommodation. The incident—labeled as Australia's deadliest mass shooting since 1996—has been formally designated a terrorist incident. "We are actively reviewing the evidence," the commissioner stated, noting that initial reviews suggest that "the alleged offenders are believed to have operated independently." Australian Federal Police Chief Krissy Barrett told reporters on Tuesday that security camera video documenting the alleged gunmen's whereabouts in the Philippines had been provided to domestic investigators. "Our investigation shows no evidence to suggest these alleged offenders were affiliated with a broader organization, or were acting on orders from others to execute an incident," Commissioner Barrett stated. But, the duo were additionally not necessarily in the Philippines as tourists, she noted. She emphasized that, as the inquiry is ongoing, new evidence might emerge. Motivation and Legal Charges Earlier, Australian leader Anthony Albanese remarked it appears both accused attackers were "influenced by the so-called Islamic State" ideology. During the incident, Sajid Akram was fatally shot by police. He and his son Naveed—both armed with long-barrelled guns—are accused of having targeted participants at the Jewish festival celebration. Naveed Akram, who was injured and taken to hospital after the attack, has been formally accused of 59 charges. These comprise 15 counts of murder and one count of perpetrating a act of terrorism. He is due to face court in April. Immigration Details In the aftermath following the shooting, border authorities in the Philippines stated that the father had entered the country using an Indian passport, while his son used an domestic passport. The two had stated the metropolis of Davao as their intended endpoint. Their pre-arranged journey back to Australia was for Sydney. Davao is a expansive metropolis on the east of Mindanao, the Philippines' largest southern island. It is noted that, Militant fighters have reportedly be active in poorer parts of southern and western Mindanao.
National Federal Police state there is lack of proof the alleged Bondi attackers operated as members of a wider terror cell. The pair of accused gunmen responsible for the deadly shooting at a Hanukkah event on Bondi Beach, which claimed 15 lives, reportedly operated independently, as stated by national police. Investigators additionally revealed that Sajid Akram, 50, and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram journeyed to the Philippines on 1 November. Their itinerary involved arriving in the capital Manila before transiting that same day to Davao City. The duo flew back to Sydney on 29 November. No Evidence of Planning During Trip Authorities have stated the individuals did not partake in any type of terrorist training or "organizing" during their time in the Philippines. Early inquiries from local officials indicate they "rarely left" their accommodation. The incident—labeled as Australia's deadliest mass shooting since 1996—has been formally designated a terrorist incident. "We are actively reviewing the evidence," the commissioner stated, noting that initial reviews suggest that "the alleged offenders are believed to have operated independently." Australian Federal Police Chief Krissy Barrett told reporters on Tuesday that security camera video documenting the alleged gunmen's whereabouts in the Philippines had been provided to domestic investigators. "Our investigation shows no evidence to suggest these alleged offenders were affiliated with a broader organization, or were acting on orders from others to execute an incident," Commissioner Barrett stated. But, the duo were additionally not necessarily in the Philippines as tourists, she noted. She emphasized that, as the inquiry is ongoing, new evidence might emerge. Motivation and Legal Charges Earlier, Australian leader Anthony Albanese remarked it appears both accused attackers were "influenced by the so-called Islamic State" ideology. During the incident, Sajid Akram was fatally shot by police. He and his son Naveed—both armed with long-barrelled guns—are accused of having targeted participants at the Jewish festival celebration. Naveed Akram, who was injured and taken to hospital after the attack, has been formally accused of 59 charges. These comprise 15 counts of murder and one count of perpetrating a act of terrorism. He is due to face court in April. Immigration Details In the aftermath following the shooting, border authorities in the Philippines stated that the father had entered the country using an Indian passport, while his son used an domestic passport. The two had stated the metropolis of Davao as their intended endpoint. Their pre-arranged journey back to Australia was for Sydney. Davao is a expansive metropolis on the east of Mindanao, the Philippines' largest southern island. It is noted that, Militant fighters have reportedly be active in poorer parts of southern and western Mindanao.