The Details Known Regarding the Fatalities of the Bondi Beach Terror Attack

At least 16 people were killed and over 40 were wounded when gunmen opened fire at a Hanukah gathering at Bondi Beach, a tragedy local police have called a act of terrorism.

As of the newest reports, officials have announced the death toll is 16, including one of the alleged gunmen. Furthermore, 42 injured people were taken to medical facilities.

The victims have not yet been formally identified, but investigators think their ages are from 10 and 87 years of age.

Here are the individuals who are known at this time.

Eli Schlanger

London-born clergyman Eli Schlanger, 41, was the first victim to be named.

Known as a father-of-five, he worked as the assistant rabbi at Chabad of Bondi. Relatives and acquaintances remembered him as “lively, dynamic, and vibrant and a very kind and sociable person who was dedicated to assisting others”.

“How can a happy rabbi who went to a beach to share joy and positivity, to make the world a better place, lose his life in this way?” a family member asked.

Schlanger and his wife celebrated the arrival of their youngest child just a few months ago.

Alexander Kleytman

Alexander Kleytman was also among those killed, as stated by his wife.

She recounted the moments before the shooting, stating they had been standing together when the shooting began. “He shielded me because he wished to be near me,” she stated.

The husband and wife were both Holocaust survivors, having experienced immense hardship in their youth. They had later moved to Australia from Eastern Europe.

Dan Elkayam

French authorities have announced that French national Dan Elkayam is among the dead.

In a statement, the Foreign Minister expressed that France mourned with his family, the Jewish community, and the Australian people.

“This low act is a fresh and tragic example of a revolting outpouring of hatred against Jews that we must put a stop to,” the statement continued.

One Child

A young girl, aged 10 who was taken to the Sydney Children’s Hospital succumbed to her injuries, police have confirmed.

One Israeli Citizen

An Israeli citizen was also killed in the incident, according to multiple sources referencing the Israeli government.

Those Injured

Of the 42 people transported to hospitals, many are still receiving treatment, with several in critical condition. Those hurt include two officers who attended the scene.

A wounded man is a bystander who rushed to the scene to tackle one of the gunmen. Hailed as a local hero, he sustained gunshot wounds but is in stable condition in hospital.

Arsen Ostrovsky

Among the injured is Arsen Ostrovsky, a human rights lawyer. It has been reported he was wounded and underwent treatment in hospital.

In a message, he described the scene as an “utter carnage,” but also noted the actions of those who came to assist. He stated he believed it was a “miracle” he survived.

Evan Zlatkis

Evan Zlatkis, a media director, was also injured in the attack. He said he heard “a large number” of gunshots.

“Initially, I believed it was something less lethal, but it’s gone into my own skin and into my leg,” he stated. “I’ve been shot myself. They bandaged me up. I’m ok.”