Ahmed Al Ahmed reveals what he said to Bondi gunman when he turned his weapon on him
Sydney Morning Herald
by Dimity Clancey, Anne WorthingtonFebruary 22, 2026
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Ahmed Al Ahmed, the hero who disarmed the Bondi gunman Sajid Akram during a tragic attack in December 2014, shares his harrowing experience in an exclusive interview. In a bold move that saved countless lives, Ahmed tackled Akram to the ground and wrested control of the gun away from him. Despite being struck by two bullets in his shoulder, Ahmed chose not to shoot Akram himself, opting instead to use the weapon to stop further bloodshed. His decision was driven by a desire to avoid violence and protect innocent lives.
Ahmed recounted how he found himself at Bondi Beach that day by chance, searching for an afternoon coffee with his cousin. The peaceful scene of a Chanukah celebration turned into chaos when Akram opened fire on the crowd. Ahmed took cover but was compelled to act after hearing the
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Originally published on Sydney Morning Herald on 2/22/2026