Bonnyrigg, one of Australia's most diverse communities, has been left reeling after a father and son from the neighborhood were identified as suspects in a deadly attack at a Hanukkah celebration on Bondi Beach. The shooting, which claimed 15 lives, is the country's worst mass shooting in three decades and has sparked a national reckoning over antisemitic violence. Residents and acquaintances described the suspects, Naveed Akram and his late father Sajid Akram, as quiet and reserved, with Naveed known for his devout faith but never showing signs of extremism. Community leaders and locals have expressed shock and sorrow, emphasizing the values of multiculturalism and unity, while religious leaders condemned the violence and offered condolences to the Jewish community. As the investigation continues, many in Bonnyrigg and across Australia are grappling with the aftermath and searching for ways to heal.
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