🔗 Share this article What We Know Concerning the Victims of the Bondi Beach Terror Attack A minimum of 16 people were killed and over 40 were hurt when gunmen shot at a Hanukkah gathering at Bondi Beach, a tragedy local authorities are describing as a act of terrorism. According to the most recent information, officials have confirmed the number of fatalities remains at 16, which includes one of the suspected attackers. Additionally, 42 wounded individuals were transported to hospital. The deceased are yet to be publicly named, but authorities state their ages span between 10 and 87 years old. Here are the individuals who are known at this time. Eli Schlanger Originally from London rabbi Eli Schlanger, 41, was initially identified. Described as a father of five children, he served as the assistant rabbi at Chabad of Bondi. Relatives and friends described him as “vivacious, energetic, full of life and a very kind and sociable person who loved to help people”. “How can a happy rabbi who went to a beach to share joy and positivity, to make the world a better place, meet his end in this way?” a relative asked. Schlanger and his wife celebrated the arrival of their youngest child just a few months ago. Alexander Kleytman Alexander Kleytman also lost his life, as stated by his wife. She recounted the moments leading up to the shooting, stating they had been standing together when the shooting began. “He shielded me because he wished to be near me,” she stated. The couple were both Holocaust survivors, having faced immense hardship in their childhood. They had later immigrated to Australia from Eastern Europe. Dan Elkayam The French authorities have confirmed that French man Dan Elkayam is among the victims. Publicly, the Foreign Minister said that France mourned with his family, the Jewish community, and the Australian people. “This low act is a new, tragic manifestation of a disgusting rise of antisemitic hatred that we must eradicate,” the message continued. One Child A young girl, aged 10 who was taken to the Sydney Children’s Hospital has been confirmed among the fatalities, according to police reports. One Israeli Citizen One victim from Israel was also killed during the attack, as per multiple sources referencing the Israeli foreign ministry. Those Injured From the 42 people taken to hospital, a significant number remain under care, with a number in critical condition. The injured comprise two officers who attended the scene. A casualty is a bystander who rushed to the scene to confront one of the gunmen. Hailed as a hero, he sustained gunshot wounds but is recovering well in hospital. Arsen Ostrovsky Among the injured is Arsen Ostrovsky, a public affairs professional. Sources state he was injured and underwent treatment in hospital. In a message, he described the incident as an “utter carnage,” but also noted the response of those who rushed to help. He said he felt it was a “stroke of luck” he survived. Evan Zlatkis Evan Zlatkis, a community director, was also injured in the attack. He said he listened to “dozens and dozens” of gunshots. “Initially, I believed it was something less lethal, but it penetrated my own skin and into my leg,” he said. “I was hit. They bandaged me up. I’m ok.”
A minimum of 16 people were killed and over 40 were hurt when gunmen shot at a Hanukkah gathering at Bondi Beach, a tragedy local authorities are describing as a act of terrorism. According to the most recent information, officials have confirmed the number of fatalities remains at 16, which includes one of the suspected attackers. Additionally, 42 wounded individuals were transported to hospital. The deceased are yet to be publicly named, but authorities state their ages span between 10 and 87 years old. Here are the individuals who are known at this time. Eli Schlanger Originally from London rabbi Eli Schlanger, 41, was initially identified. Described as a father of five children, he served as the assistant rabbi at Chabad of Bondi. Relatives and friends described him as “vivacious, energetic, full of life and a very kind and sociable person who loved to help people”. “How can a happy rabbi who went to a beach to share joy and positivity, to make the world a better place, meet his end in this way?” a relative asked. Schlanger and his wife celebrated the arrival of their youngest child just a few months ago. Alexander Kleytman Alexander Kleytman also lost his life, as stated by his wife. She recounted the moments leading up to the shooting, stating they had been standing together when the shooting began. “He shielded me because he wished to be near me,” she stated. The couple were both Holocaust survivors, having faced immense hardship in their childhood. They had later immigrated to Australia from Eastern Europe. Dan Elkayam The French authorities have confirmed that French man Dan Elkayam is among the victims. Publicly, the Foreign Minister said that France mourned with his family, the Jewish community, and the Australian people. “This low act is a new, tragic manifestation of a disgusting rise of antisemitic hatred that we must eradicate,” the message continued. One Child A young girl, aged 10 who was taken to the Sydney Children’s Hospital has been confirmed among the fatalities, according to police reports. One Israeli Citizen One victim from Israel was also killed during the attack, as per multiple sources referencing the Israeli foreign ministry. Those Injured From the 42 people taken to hospital, a significant number remain under care, with a number in critical condition. The injured comprise two officers who attended the scene. A casualty is a bystander who rushed to the scene to confront one of the gunmen. Hailed as a hero, he sustained gunshot wounds but is recovering well in hospital. Arsen Ostrovsky Among the injured is Arsen Ostrovsky, a public affairs professional. Sources state he was injured and underwent treatment in hospital. In a message, he described the incident as an “utter carnage,” but also noted the response of those who rushed to help. He said he felt it was a “stroke of luck” he survived. Evan Zlatkis Evan Zlatkis, a community director, was also injured in the attack. He said he listened to “dozens and dozens” of gunshots. “Initially, I believed it was something less lethal, but it penetrated my own skin and into my leg,” he said. “I was hit. They bandaged me up. I’m ok.”