Bondi Beach gunman originally from India, police say
BBC • 12/16/2025 • Last cited 12/16/2025
Summary
Sajid Akram, the gunman involved in the Bondi Beach incident, is originally from India and had "limited" contact with his family in Hyderabad since relocating to Australia 27 years ago, according to a police official.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
29 days
32
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
BBC
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score75/100
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 29 days - proven survivor
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