🔗 Share this article The Details Known Concerning the Victims of the Bondi Beach Shooting At least 16 lives were killed and over 40 were hurt when assailants fired on a Hanukah gathering at Bondi Beach, an attack local police have labeled a terrorist attack. According to the most recent information, officials have announced the death toll stands at 16, including one of the alleged gunmen. Moreover, 42 injured people were taken to medical facilities. The victims are yet to be publicly named, but authorities state their ages are between 10 and 87 years old. Below are the individuals who are known at this time. Eli Schlanger Originally from London rabbi Eli Schlanger, 41, was the first victim to be named. Known as a father of five children, he was the associate rabbi at a local Jewish cultural centre. Relatives and friends spoke of him as “lively, dynamic, and vibrant and a very kind and sociable person who was dedicated to assisting others”. “How is it possible that a joyful rabbi who went to a beach to share joy and positivity, to make the world a better place, have his life ended in this way?” a relative said. Schlanger and his wife had recently celebrated the birth of their newest son in October. Alexander Kleytman Alexander Kleytman was also among those killed, as stated by his wife. She recounted the moments before the attack, stating they had been standing together when the gunfire began. “He shielded me because he wished to be near me,” she said. The pair were both Holocaust survivors, having endured immense hardship in their childhood. They had later moved to Australia from Ukraine. Dan Elkayam The French authorities have confirmed that French man Dan Elkayam is among the dead. Officially, a senior official declared that France shared the grief of his family and loved ones, the Jewish community, and the Australian people. “This despicable act is a new, tragic manifestation of a disgusting rise of antisemitic hatred that we must combat,” the message continued. One Child A young girl, aged 10 who was taken to the Sydney Children’s Hospital is among those who had died, authorities stated. One Israeli Citizen A national of Israel was a fatality in the incident, as per reports referencing the Israeli foreign ministry. Those Injured From the 42 people taken to hospitals, many remain receiving treatment, with a number in a critical state. Those hurt comprise two officers who responded to the attack. A casualty is a bystander who rushed to the scene to tackle one of the attackers. Hailed as a hero, he received bullet wounds but is in stable condition in hospital. Arsen Ostrovsky One of those wounded is Arsen Ostrovsky, a community leader. It has been reported he was hurt and is receiving treatment in hospital. In a message, he described the incident as an “horrific scene,” but also noted the actions of those who came to assist. He stated he felt it was a “miracle” he survived. Evan Zlatkis Evan Zlatkis, a media director, was another casualty in the attack. He said he heard “dozens and dozens” of gunshots. “I thought it was rubber bullets, but it’s gone into my own skin and into my leg,” he explained. “I sustained a gunshot wound. I received first aid. I’m ok.”
At least 16 lives were killed and over 40 were hurt when assailants fired on a Hanukah gathering at Bondi Beach, an attack local police have labeled a terrorist attack. According to the most recent information, officials have announced the death toll stands at 16, including one of the alleged gunmen. Moreover, 42 injured people were taken to medical facilities. The victims are yet to be publicly named, but authorities state their ages are between 10 and 87 years old. Below are the individuals who are known at this time. Eli Schlanger Originally from London rabbi Eli Schlanger, 41, was the first victim to be named. Known as a father of five children, he was the associate rabbi at a local Jewish cultural centre. Relatives and friends spoke of him as “lively, dynamic, and vibrant and a very kind and sociable person who was dedicated to assisting others”. “How is it possible that a joyful rabbi who went to a beach to share joy and positivity, to make the world a better place, have his life ended in this way?” a relative said. Schlanger and his wife had recently celebrated the birth of their newest son in October. Alexander Kleytman Alexander Kleytman was also among those killed, as stated by his wife. She recounted the moments before the attack, stating they had been standing together when the gunfire began. “He shielded me because he wished to be near me,” she said. The pair were both Holocaust survivors, having endured immense hardship in their childhood. They had later moved to Australia from Ukraine. Dan Elkayam The French authorities have confirmed that French man Dan Elkayam is among the dead. Officially, a senior official declared that France shared the grief of his family and loved ones, the Jewish community, and the Australian people. “This despicable act is a new, tragic manifestation of a disgusting rise of antisemitic hatred that we must combat,” the message continued. One Child A young girl, aged 10 who was taken to the Sydney Children’s Hospital is among those who had died, authorities stated. One Israeli Citizen A national of Israel was a fatality in the incident, as per reports referencing the Israeli foreign ministry. Those Injured From the 42 people taken to hospitals, many remain receiving treatment, with a number in a critical state. Those hurt comprise two officers who responded to the attack. A casualty is a bystander who rushed to the scene to tackle one of the attackers. Hailed as a hero, he received bullet wounds but is in stable condition in hospital. Arsen Ostrovsky One of those wounded is Arsen Ostrovsky, a community leader. It has been reported he was hurt and is receiving treatment in hospital. In a message, he described the incident as an “horrific scene,” but also noted the actions of those who came to assist. He stated he felt it was a “miracle” he survived. Evan Zlatkis Evan Zlatkis, a media director, was another casualty in the attack. He said he heard “dozens and dozens” of gunshots. “I thought it was rubber bullets, but it’s gone into my own skin and into my leg,” he explained. “I sustained a gunshot wound. I received first aid. I’m ok.”