Shooting on Australian beach leaves more than 10 dead

Summary
Shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia leaves 10 dead and 11 injured during Hanukkah celebration; police are investigating the actions of two shooters, one of whom was killed and the other seriously injured.

A shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, left 11 people dead and 11 others injured. The episode took place this Sunday 14. Australian police described the event as a “terrorist incident”.

According to local newspaper Sydney Morning Herald, members of the Jewish community were celebrating the first day of Hanukkah when the shooting began. In videos circulating on social networks, it is possible to see the rush and the sounds of gunshots and police sirens.

Horrible views from Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia 🇦🇺

Terrorists openly shoot civilians. Reports indicate more than 30 deaths and more than 100 injuries.

Prayers for the victims🙏🏻 #bondibeach #Australia pic.twitter.com/BGDJd5hEiN

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Police’s primary investigation is that two shooters provoked the attack. However, one of them died during the crime and the other is in serious condition. Two other people were taken into custody. The matter is under investigation.

“The attack was planned to target the Sydney Jewish community on the first day of Hanukkah,” New South Wales Premier Chris Minns said.

A spokesperson told the Reuters news agency that Prime Minister Anthony Albanese had described the images as “shocking and aggressive” and that rescue teams were still working at the scene.