What We Know About the Fatalities of the Bondi Beach Terror Attack

A minimum of 16 people were killed and over 40 sustained injuries when attackers opened fire at a Hanukah gathering at Bondi Beach, an attack Australian authorities are describing as a terrorist attack.

According to the most recent information, authorities have confirmed the death toll remains at 16, which includes one of the suspected gunmen. Moreover, 42 injured people were transported to medical facilities.

The deceased are yet to be publicly named, but investigators think their ages range from 10 and 87 years old.

Here are the victims who are known at this time.

Eli Schlanger

Originally from London clergyman Eli Schlanger, 41, was initially identified.

Reportedly a father of five children, he worked as the assistant rabbi at a local Jewish cultural centre. Family members and acquaintances described him as “lively, dynamic, and vibrant and a very warm outgoing person who loved to help people”.

“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 family member asked.

Schlanger and his wife had recently celebrated the arrival of their newest son just a few months ago.

Alexander Kleytman

Alexander Kleytman also lost his life, as stated by his wife.

She described the moments before the attack, saying they were standing when the gunfire erupted. “He shielded me because he wished to be near me,” she recalled.

The husband and wife were both Holocaust survivors, having endured unspeakable terror in their childhood. They had subsequently moved to Australia from Ukraine.

Dan Elkayam

French authorities have announced that French national Dan Elkayam is among the dead.

Officially, the Foreign Minister said that France stood with his family and loved ones, the Jewish community, and the Australian people.

“This despicable act is a new, tragic manifestation of a revolting outpouring of hatred against Jews that we must put a stop to,” the message read.

One Child

A young girl, aged 10 who was taken to the Sydney Children’s Hospital succumbed to her injuries, according to police reports.

One Israeli Citizen

An Israeli citizen was among those killed during the attack, according to multiple sources citing the Israeli government.

Those Injured

Of the 42 people transported to hospital, a significant number are still receiving treatment, with several in critical condition. Those hurt comprise two officers who attended the scene.

A wounded man is a bystander who rushed to the scene to confront one of the attackers. Hailed as a hero, he received bullet wounds but is recovering well in hospital.

Arsen Ostrovsky

One of those wounded is Arsen Ostrovsky, a public affairs professional. Sources state he was injured and is receiving treatment in hospital.

He wrote, he described the scene as an “utter carnage,” but also praised the actions of those who rushed to help. He said he believed it was a “miracle” he survived.

Evan Zlatkis

Evan Zlatkis, a community director, was also injured in the shooting. He told reporters he listened to “a large number” of shots.

“Initially, I believed it was rubber bullets, but it penetrated my own skin and into my leg,” he said. “I’ve been shot myself. They bandaged me up. I’m ok.”