Former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan has described his terrifying experience of being locked in a restaurant in Bondi while an active shooting was ongoing at Bondi Beach.
Michael Vaughan has detailed the terrifying experience he faced in being locked in a restaurant in Bondi while an active shooting was taking place on Bondi Beach. At least 12 people have been pronounced dead after being targeted by two gunmen during a Jewish Hanukkah event on the famous beach in Sydney.
The gunfire was reported at around 6:50pm local time, with one of the gunmen fatally shot, while the other remains in police custody. While the fallout from the incident continues, with the police investigating the area, those nearby have detailed some of the terrifying experiences they encountered.
Among them was former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan, who took to social media to state that he is safe from the incident. He said on X: “Being locked in a restaurant in Bondi was scary..
“Now home safe.. but thanks so much to the emergency services and the guy who confronted the terrorist .. thoughts with all who have been affected .. xxx”
The shooting has since been designated as a terrorist incident, with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese releasing a statement on the situation. He said: “The evil that was unleashed at Bondi Beach today is beyond comprehension, and the trauma and loss that families are dealing with tonight is beyond anyone’s worst nightmare.
“We have seen Australians today run towards danger in order to help others. These Australians are heroes and their bravery has saved lives. These Australians are heroes and their bravery has saved lives. There is no place for this hate, violence and terrorism in our nation.
“Let me be clear, we will eradicate it. Amidst this vile act of violence and hate will emerge a moment of national unity where Australians across the board will embrace their fellow Australians of Jewish faith at this dark moment for our nation. Our police and security agencies are working to determine anyone associated with this outrage.”
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