🔗 Share this article Information Available Concerning the Victims of the Bondi Beach Terror Attack A minimum of 16 individuals lost their lives and more than 40 were hurt when assailants shot at a Hanukah event at Bondi Beach, an incident Australian authorities are describing as a act of terrorism. In the latest update, officials have stated the death toll is 16, which includes one of the alleged attackers. Moreover, 42 wounded individuals were admitted to hospital. The deceased are yet to be publicly named, but police believe their ages range between 10 and 87 years of age. Here are the victims who have been identified to date. Eli Schlanger Originally from London clergyman Eli Schlanger, 41, was the first victim to be named. Reportedly a father of five children, he worked as the associate rabbi at a local Jewish cultural centre. Family members and friends described him as “vivacious, energetic, full of life and a very kind and sociable person who was dedicated to assisting others”. “How is it possible that a happy rabbi who went to a beach to share joy and positivity, to make the world a better place, lose his life in this way?” a relative asked. Schlanger and his wife had recently celebrated the birth of their newest son in October. Alexander Kleytman Alexander Kleytman also lost his life, as stated by his wife. She recounted the events before the shooting, saying they were standing when the gunfire started. “He pushed his body up because he wanted to stay near me,” she said. The couple were both survivors of the Holocaust, having endured immense hardship in their childhood. They had later relocated to Australia from Ukraine. Dan Elkayam French authorities have confirmed that French national Dan Elkayam is among the dead. Publicly, the Foreign Minister said that France mourned with his family and loved ones, the Jewish community, and the Australian people. “This despicable act is a fresh and tragic example of a revolting outpouring of antisemitic hatred that we must eradicate,” the message continued. One Child A 10-year-old girl who was rushed to the Sydney Children’s Hospital succumbed to her injuries, authorities stated. One Israeli Citizen One victim from Israel was a fatality in the incident, as per reports referencing the Israeli government. Those Injured From the 42 people taken to hospitals, a significant number are still under care, with five in a critical state. The injured include two officers who attended the scene. A wounded man is a member of the public who rushed to the scene to confront one of the gunmen. Described as a hero, he received gunshot wounds but is expected to recover in hospital. Arsen Ostrovsky One of those wounded is Arsen Ostrovsky, a community leader. Sources state he was hurt and is receiving treatment in hospital. He wrote, he described the incident as an “horrific scene,” but also praised the response of those who rushed to help. He stated he felt it was a “stroke of luck” he was alive. Evan Zlatkis Evan Zlatkis, a media director, was also injured in the attack. He said he listened to “dozens and dozens” of gunshots. “I thought it was something less lethal, but it’s gone into my own skin and into my leg,” he explained. “I was hit. I received first aid. I’m ok.”
A minimum of 16 individuals lost their lives and more than 40 were hurt when assailants shot at a Hanukah event at Bondi Beach, an incident Australian authorities are describing as a act of terrorism. In the latest update, officials have stated the death toll is 16, which includes one of the alleged attackers. Moreover, 42 wounded individuals were admitted to hospital. The deceased are yet to be publicly named, but police believe their ages range between 10 and 87 years of age. Here are the victims who have been identified to date. Eli Schlanger Originally from London clergyman Eli Schlanger, 41, was the first victim to be named. Reportedly a father of five children, he worked as the associate rabbi at a local Jewish cultural centre. Family members and friends described him as “vivacious, energetic, full of life and a very kind and sociable person who was dedicated to assisting others”. “How is it possible that a happy rabbi who went to a beach to share joy and positivity, to make the world a better place, lose his life in this way?” a relative asked. Schlanger and his wife had recently celebrated the birth of their newest son in October. Alexander Kleytman Alexander Kleytman also lost his life, as stated by his wife. She recounted the events before the shooting, saying they were standing when the gunfire started. “He pushed his body up because he wanted to stay near me,” she said. The couple were both survivors of the Holocaust, having endured immense hardship in their childhood. They had later relocated to Australia from Ukraine. Dan Elkayam French authorities have confirmed that French national Dan Elkayam is among the dead. Publicly, the Foreign Minister said that France mourned with his family and loved ones, the Jewish community, and the Australian people. “This despicable act is a fresh and tragic example of a revolting outpouring of antisemitic hatred that we must eradicate,” the message continued. One Child A 10-year-old girl who was rushed to the Sydney Children’s Hospital succumbed to her injuries, authorities stated. One Israeli Citizen One victim from Israel was a fatality in the incident, as per reports referencing the Israeli government. Those Injured From the 42 people taken to hospitals, a significant number are still under care, with five in a critical state. The injured include two officers who attended the scene. A wounded man is a member of the public who rushed to the scene to confront one of the gunmen. Described as a hero, he received gunshot wounds but is expected to recover in hospital. Arsen Ostrovsky One of those wounded is Arsen Ostrovsky, a community leader. Sources state he was hurt and is receiving treatment in hospital. He wrote, he described the incident as an “horrific scene,” but also praised the response of those who rushed to help. He stated he felt it was a “stroke of luck” he was alive. Evan Zlatkis Evan Zlatkis, a media director, was also injured in the attack. He said he listened to “dozens and dozens” of gunshots. “I thought it was something less lethal, but it’s gone into my own skin and into my leg,” he explained. “I was hit. I received first aid. I’m ok.”