World
Graphic video shows several people dead after mass shooting during Hanukkah event at Bondi Beach in Sydney
Authorities are investigating a deadly mass shooting that occurred Sunday evening during a Hanukkah gathering at Bondi Beach in Sydney, an attack police are treating as a suspected terror incident.
Officials say two gunmen opened fire on a crowded “Chanukah by the Sea” event, resulting in significant loss of life and numerous injuries.
According to NSW Police, gunfire erupted shortly after 6:40 p.m., sending hundreds of people fleeing the beachfront area as emergency responders rushed to the scene.
Witnesses reported hearing dozens of shots, and video footage reviewed by investigators appears to show two individuals dressed in black firing what looked like shotgun-style weapons from an elevated footbridge behind the surf club.
Police have confirmed at least 10 fatalities, though some official briefings and media reports cite as many as 12 people killed, reflecting ongoing victim identification and verification.
More than 11 additional people were injured, several of whom remain in critical condition.
Authorities also confirmed that one suspect was killed during the incident, while another suspect is hospitalized in critical condition.
Investigators identified one of the suspected attackers as Naveed Akram, 24, as the inquiry continues into the circumstances, motive, and any potential accomplices.
Police credited a bystander with intervening and disarming one of the attackers, an action believed to have limited further casualties.
The attack prompted widespread condemnation and expressions of solidarity. International reactions followed rapidly, including messages of condolence from global leaders.
Australian officials and community leaders described the incident as a heinous and antisemitic assault on a religious celebration, while calling for unity and vigilance.
Authorities have increased security across Sydney and continue to urge the public to avoid the immediate area while forensic examinations and interviews proceed.
Further updates are expected as police release confirmed casualty figures and additional investigative findings.
Crime
Tumbler Ridge Secondary School Shooter Jesse Van Rootselaar Created Mall Shooting Simulator in Roblox
Investigators and online researchers have identified a Roblox account allegedly linked to Jesse Van Rootselaar, the 18-year-old suspect in the deadly mass shooting at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia.
According to platform officials, the account was discovered by users on the internet forum Kiwi Farms, who reported that Van Rootselaar had created a game — referred to on Roblox as an “experience” — that simulated a shooting inside a shopping mall.
The virtual environment appeared to resemble a Canadian retail complex, although it has not been confirmed whether the design was intended to replicate a specific real-world location.
Videos circulating on social media prior to its removal showed a player-controlled character collecting weapons and firing into crowds of animated civilians within the mall setting.
The footage quickly drew widespread concern given the seriousness of the real-world attack.
Roblox confirmed that the account belonged to the suspect and announced swift action in response.
“We have removed the user account connected to this horrifying incident, as well as any content associated with the suspect,” the company said in a statement. “We are committed to fully supporting law enforcement in their investigation.”
Initially, reports suggested the game remained accessible despite the account being deleted. However, Roblox later clarified that the content has now been removed from the platform.
The company also noted that the mall-themed experience was only accessible through Roblox Studio, a development application used by creators to build games, rather than through the main platform available to general users.
As a result, the experience reportedly recorded only seven visits, indicating extremely limited exposure.
Investigators are continuing to examine the suspect’s digital footprint, including online posts and usernames believed to match across multiple platforms such as Reddit, where references to Roblox activity were also reportedly found.
Van Rootselaar is accused of carrying out the February 10 shooting that left eight people dead and at least 25 others injured at the secondary school.
Authorities have not indicated whether the online content forms part of the official investigative findings, but technology platforms are increasingly scrutinized in the aftermath of violent incidents for potential warning signs.
Officials emphasize that the broader investigation remains active as law enforcement works to establish a complete timeline, understand possible motives, and determine whether any additional factors contributed to the tragedy.