The Australian Bondi Beach Shooting: Unveiling Sajid Akram's Origins

Indian police have identified Sajid Akram, a gunman involved in the Bondi Beach shooting in Australia, as originally hailing from Hyderabad. His family in India claims to have limited contact with him and denies knowledge of his radical activities or circumstances leading to his radicalization.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Hyderabad | Updated: 16-12-2025 16:27 IST | Created: 16-12-2025 16:27 IST
The Australian Bondi Beach Shooting: Unveiling Sajid Akram's Origins
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Indian authorities on Tuesday confirmed that Sajid Akram, involved in the Bondi Beach shooting incident in Australia, comes from Hyderabad. However, his family in India has had little contact with him.

According to a statement by Telangana state police, the family of Akram has disclaimed any knowledge of his radical mindset or his activities, as well as the factors contributing to his radicalization.

This revelation adds a complex international dimension to the ongoing investigation by law enforcement agencies.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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