🔗 Share this article Suspected Bondi Shooters Operated Independently and Received No Preparation in the Southeast Asian Nation, Investigators State. National law enforcement say there is lack of proof the accused Bondi Beach gunmen acted as members of a wider group. The two suspected individuals who carried out the lethal attack at a Jewish event on Bondi Beach, which claimed 15 lives, are believed to have been lone actors, per Australian law enforcement. Investigators also confirmed that Sajid Akram, 50, and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram, 24, flew to the Philippines on 1 November. Their itinerary included arriving in the capital Manila before traveling onward that same day to Davao City. The duo flew back to Sydney on 29 November. Lack of Proof of Planning During Trip Investigators indicate the individuals did not receive any form of terrorist instruction or "organizing" during their visit in the Philippines. Preliminary investigations from local authorities suggest they "rarely left" their accommodation. The incident—labeled as Australia's worst mass shooting since 1996—has been officially classified as a act of terrorism. "We are currently analyzing the material," she said, adding that initial assessments indicate that "the alleged offenders are alleged to have acted alone." National law enforcement Commissioner Krissy Barrett briefed media on Tuesday that security camera video tracking the alleged gunmen's activities in the Philippines had been provided to Australian authorities. "There is no evidence to indicate these suspects were affiliated with a broader network, or were acting on orders from external parties to perpetrate an attack," Commissioner Barrett emphasized. However, the duo were likewise not necessarily in the Philippines as tourists, the official added. She emphasized that, since the investigation is continuing, fresh information could emerge. Motivation and Court Proceedings Previously, Australian leader Anthony Albanese said it appears both alleged attackers were "influenced by ISIS" beliefs. During the attack, Sajid Akram was shot dead by police. He and his son Naveed—equipped with long-barrelled guns—are accused of having shot attendees at the Jewish festival celebration. Naveed Akram, who was injured and taken to hospital after the shooting, has been charged with 59 charges. These comprise 15 charges of murder and one count of perpetrating a act of terrorism. He is due to face court in April. Travel Information In the aftermath following the attack, border authorities in the Philippines reported that the father had entered the country using an Indian passport, while his son used an domestic passport. The duo had declared the metropolis of Davao as their final destination. Their scheduled return flight to Australia was for Sydney. Davao is a sprawling urban center on the east of Mindanao, the Philippines' main island in the south. Historically, Islamist militants have been known to be active in poorer parts of southern and western Mindanao.
National law enforcement say there is lack of proof the accused Bondi Beach gunmen acted as members of a wider group. The two suspected individuals who carried out the lethal attack at a Jewish event on Bondi Beach, which claimed 15 lives, are believed to have been lone actors, per Australian law enforcement. Investigators also confirmed that Sajid Akram, 50, and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram, 24, flew to the Philippines on 1 November. Their itinerary included arriving in the capital Manila before traveling onward that same day to Davao City. The duo flew back to Sydney on 29 November. Lack of Proof of Planning During Trip Investigators indicate the individuals did not receive any form of terrorist instruction or "organizing" during their visit in the Philippines. Preliminary investigations from local authorities suggest they "rarely left" their accommodation. The incident—labeled as Australia's worst mass shooting since 1996—has been officially classified as a act of terrorism. "We are currently analyzing the material," she said, adding that initial assessments indicate that "the alleged offenders are alleged to have acted alone." National law enforcement Commissioner Krissy Barrett briefed media on Tuesday that security camera video tracking the alleged gunmen's activities in the Philippines had been provided to Australian authorities. "There is no evidence to indicate these suspects were affiliated with a broader network, or were acting on orders from external parties to perpetrate an attack," Commissioner Barrett emphasized. However, the duo were likewise not necessarily in the Philippines as tourists, the official added. She emphasized that, since the investigation is continuing, fresh information could emerge. Motivation and Court Proceedings Previously, Australian leader Anthony Albanese said it appears both alleged attackers were "influenced by ISIS" beliefs. During the attack, Sajid Akram was shot dead by police. He and his son Naveed—equipped with long-barrelled guns—are accused of having shot attendees at the Jewish festival celebration. Naveed Akram, who was injured and taken to hospital after the shooting, has been charged with 59 charges. These comprise 15 charges of murder and one count of perpetrating a act of terrorism. He is due to face court in April. Travel Information In the aftermath following the attack, border authorities in the Philippines reported that the father had entered the country using an Indian passport, while his son used an domestic passport. The duo had declared the metropolis of Davao as their final destination. Their scheduled return flight to Australia was for Sydney. Davao is a sprawling urban center on the east of Mindanao, the Philippines' main island in the south. Historically, Islamist militants have been known to be active in poorer parts of southern and western Mindanao.