Hero Ahmed Al Ahmed: The True Story of Bondi Beach Attack Intervention

Dec 15, 2025 09:28 pm CST

During the deadly antisemitic attack at Bondi Beach's Hanukkah celebration, Ahmed Al Ahmed, a convenience store owner in his 40s, heroically disarmed one of the gunmen despite being shot twice himself. His quick actions during the attack that killed 15 people and wounded dozens likely prevented additional casualties, making him a celebrated hero across Australia and correcting initial misidentifications about his identity.