The Morning Edition How horror Bondi Beach terror attack unfolded
Dec 14, 2025
Jordan Baker, a chief reporter who provided on-scene coverage at Bondi Beach, shares his firsthand accounts of a devastating mass shooting during a Hanukkah celebration. He vividly describes the shock and chaos as two attackers opened fire, leaving multiple casualties. Eyewitnesses struggled to comprehend the horror, while emergency responders rushed to help the wounded. Baker highlights the scale of the incident and its profound impact on Sydney, emphasizing that this tragedy will resonate deeply within the community.
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Harsh Contrast Between Celebration And Attack
- Jordan Baker described a Hanukkah beach event with 150 people, balloons, a petting zoo and a barbecue before the attack unfolded.
- He recounted a van-dweller witness who saw two men in black with vests open fire and people hide under cars and run up the beach.
Immediate Rescue Efforts Amid Chaos
- Jordan Baker described rescuers and bystanders performing immediate lifesaving actions amid chaos, including stemming a mother's neck wound.
- He noted surf lifesavers and paramedics were washing blood from equipment while ambulances and police lined the scene.
Attack Targeted Jewish Community On Hanukkah
- Samantha Selinger-Morris reported at least 12 people were killed, one offender killed, and another in custody as police declared a terrorist incident.
- She said the attack targeted Sydney's Jewish community on the first night of Hanukkah, turning a joyful night into tragedy.