🔗 Share this article Suspected Bondi Gunmen Operated Solo and Did Not Undergo Instruction in the Philippines, Authorities State. National law enforcement say there is no evidence the alleged Bondi Beach gunmen operated as part of a wider group. The two suspected attackers who carried out the deadly attack at a Jewish event on Bondi Beach, resulting in 15 lives, reportedly acted alone, according to national authorities. Police also confirmed that Sajid Akram, 50, and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram journeyed to the Philippines on 1 November. Their travel plans involved landing in the capital Manila before connecting on the day of arrival to Davao City. The duo returned to Sydney on 29 November. No Evidence of Planning During Visit Authorities indicate the pair did not partake in any form of terrorist training or "planning" during their visit in the Philippines. Preliminary investigations from Philippine officials suggest they "rarely left" their hotel. The attack—described as Australia's worst firearm massacre since 1996—has been officially classified as a terrorist incident. "We are currently analyzing the material," she said, adding that early evaluations show that "the two men are alleged to have acted alone." Australian Federal Police Chief Krissy Barrett briefed the press on Tuesday that CCTV footage documenting the accused attackers' movements in the Philippines had been handed over to Australian authorities. "Our investigation shows little to no indication to support the idea these accused individuals were part of a larger organization, or were instructed by others to execute an incident," she said. Yet, the men were likewise not necessarily in the Philippines for tourism, the official added. She stressed that, since the probe is continuing, new evidence may surface. Inspiration and Legal Proceedings In prior statements, Australian leader Anthony Albanese commented it seems both alleged attackers were "influenced by Islamic State" beliefs. During the incident, Sajid Akram was fatally shot by responding officers. He and his son Naveed—both armed with long-barrelled guns—allegedly targeted attendees at the Jewish festival celebration. Naveed Akram, who was wounded after the shooting, has been charged with 59 crimes. These include 15 counts of murder and one count of perpetrating a terrorist act. He is scheduled to face court in April. Travel Information In the aftermath following the shooting, border authorities in the Philippines reported that the older suspect had entered the country using an Indian passport, while his younger suspect used an domestic passport. The pair had stated the southern city of Davao as their final destination. Their booked journey back to Australia was for Sydney. Davao is a sprawling city on the east of Mindanao, the Philippines' largest southern island. The region is known because, Islamist fighters have reportedly operate in impoverished parts of southern and western Mindanao.
National law enforcement say there is no evidence the alleged Bondi Beach gunmen operated as part of a wider group. The two suspected attackers who carried out the deadly attack at a Jewish event on Bondi Beach, resulting in 15 lives, reportedly acted alone, according to national authorities. Police also confirmed that Sajid Akram, 50, and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram journeyed to the Philippines on 1 November. Their travel plans involved landing in the capital Manila before connecting on the day of arrival to Davao City. The duo returned to Sydney on 29 November. No Evidence of Planning During Visit Authorities indicate the pair did not partake in any form of terrorist training or "planning" during their visit in the Philippines. Preliminary investigations from Philippine officials suggest they "rarely left" their hotel. The attack—described as Australia's worst firearm massacre since 1996—has been officially classified as a terrorist incident. "We are currently analyzing the material," she said, adding that early evaluations show that "the two men are alleged to have acted alone." Australian Federal Police Chief Krissy Barrett briefed the press on Tuesday that CCTV footage documenting the accused attackers' movements in the Philippines had been handed over to Australian authorities. "Our investigation shows little to no indication to support the idea these accused individuals were part of a larger organization, or were instructed by others to execute an incident," she said. Yet, the men were likewise not necessarily in the Philippines for tourism, the official added. She stressed that, since the probe is continuing, new evidence may surface. Inspiration and Legal Proceedings In prior statements, Australian leader Anthony Albanese commented it seems both alleged attackers were "influenced by Islamic State" beliefs. During the incident, Sajid Akram was fatally shot by responding officers. He and his son Naveed—both armed with long-barrelled guns—allegedly targeted attendees at the Jewish festival celebration. Naveed Akram, who was wounded after the shooting, has been charged with 59 crimes. These include 15 counts of murder and one count of perpetrating a terrorist act. He is scheduled to face court in April. Travel Information In the aftermath following the shooting, border authorities in the Philippines reported that the older suspect had entered the country using an Indian passport, while his younger suspect used an domestic passport. The pair had stated the southern city of Davao as their final destination. Their booked journey back to Australia was for Sydney. Davao is a sprawling city on the east of Mindanao, the Philippines' largest southern island. The region is known because, Islamist fighters have reportedly operate in impoverished parts of southern and western Mindanao.