🔗 Share this article What We Know Regarding the Victims of the Bondi Beach Terror Attack No fewer than 16 people were killed and over 40 were hurt when gunmen fired on a Hanukkah gathering at Bondi Beach, a tragedy Australian authorities have called a terrorist attack. In the latest update, authorities have confirmed the death toll is 16, including one of the suspected attackers. Furthermore, 42 injured people were taken to the hospital. The deceased have not yet been publicly named, but authorities state their ages span between 10 and 87 years old. Listed are the victims who have been identified to date. Eli Schlanger Originally from London clergyman Eli Schlanger, 41, was initially identified. Described as a father of five children, he was the associate rabbi at Chabad of Bondi. Family members and acquaintances spoke of him as “lively, dynamic, and vibrant and a very kind and sociable person who was dedicated to assisting others”. “How can 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 remarked. Schlanger and his wife celebrated the birth of their newest son just a few months ago. Alexander Kleytman Alexander Kleytman also lost his life, according to his wife. She told the events leading up to the shooting, stating they were standing when the gunfire started. “He pushed his body up because he wished to be near me,” she said. The husband and wife were both Holocaust survivors, having faced unspeakable terror in their youth. They had later moved to Australia from Eastern Europe. Dan Elkayam French authorities have confirmed that French national Dan Elkayam is among the victims. Officially, the Foreign Minister declared that France mourned with his family, the Jewish community, and the Australian people. “This cowardly attack is a fresh and tragic example of a revolting outpouring of hatred against Jews that we must combat,” the statement continued. One Child A child who was rushed to the Sydney Children’s Hospital has been confirmed among the fatalities, according to police reports. One Israeli Citizen An Israeli citizen was a fatality during the attack, according to reports referencing the Israeli foreign ministry. Those Injured Of the 42 people transported to hospital, many are still under care, with five in critical condition. 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. Hailed as a local hero, he sustained gunshot wounds but is recovering well in hospital. Arsen Ostrovsky Among the injured is Arsen Ostrovsky, a community leader. Sources state he was wounded and underwent treatment in hospital. In a message, he recounted the scene as an “horrific scene,” but also noted the response 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 attack. He told reporters he listened to “a large number” of gunshots. “Initially, I believed it was rubber bullets, but it penetrated my own skin and into my leg,” he explained. “I was hit. I received first aid. I’m ok.”
No fewer than 16 people were killed and over 40 were hurt when gunmen fired on a Hanukkah gathering at Bondi Beach, a tragedy Australian authorities have called a terrorist attack. In the latest update, authorities have confirmed the death toll is 16, including one of the suspected attackers. Furthermore, 42 injured people were taken to the hospital. The deceased have not yet been publicly named, but authorities state their ages span between 10 and 87 years old. Listed are the victims who have been identified to date. Eli Schlanger Originally from London clergyman Eli Schlanger, 41, was initially identified. Described as a father of five children, he was the associate rabbi at Chabad of Bondi. Family members and acquaintances spoke of him as “lively, dynamic, and vibrant and a very kind and sociable person who was dedicated to assisting others”. “How can 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 remarked. Schlanger and his wife celebrated the birth of their newest son just a few months ago. Alexander Kleytman Alexander Kleytman also lost his life, according to his wife. She told the events leading up to the shooting, stating they were standing when the gunfire started. “He pushed his body up because he wished to be near me,” she said. The husband and wife were both Holocaust survivors, having faced unspeakable terror in their youth. They had later moved to Australia from Eastern Europe. Dan Elkayam French authorities have confirmed that French national Dan Elkayam is among the victims. Officially, the Foreign Minister declared that France mourned with his family, the Jewish community, and the Australian people. “This cowardly attack is a fresh and tragic example of a revolting outpouring of hatred against Jews that we must combat,” the statement continued. One Child A child who was rushed to the Sydney Children’s Hospital has been confirmed among the fatalities, according to police reports. One Israeli Citizen An Israeli citizen was a fatality during the attack, according to reports referencing the Israeli foreign ministry. Those Injured Of the 42 people transported to hospital, many are still under care, with five in critical condition. 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. Hailed as a local hero, he sustained gunshot wounds but is recovering well in hospital. Arsen Ostrovsky Among the injured is Arsen Ostrovsky, a community leader. Sources state he was wounded and underwent treatment in hospital. In a message, he recounted the scene as an “horrific scene,” but also noted the response 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 attack. He told reporters he listened to “a large number” of gunshots. “Initially, I believed it was rubber bullets, but it penetrated my own skin and into my leg,” he explained. “I was hit. I received first aid. I’m ok.”