Disturbing and concerning visuals have surfaced from Sydney’s Bondi Beach following a shooting on Sunday, December 14, that claimed nine lives and left several others injured. Emergency services rushed to the scene as police urged residents and visitors to stay away from the area. At least eight injured people were taken to nearby hospitals, while others received treatment at the site.
A 57-second video, filmed from an elevated position overlooking a car park and an adjoining grassy stretch, has since gone viral after the incident.
The footage captures a tense and chaotic moment as a gunman is confronted by a civilian in what appears to be an act of extraordinary bravery.
Incredible courage by a citizen who risked his life to stop a terrorist by snatching his gun during the mass shooting at Sydney beach.
True heroism!
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— Neetu Garg (@NeetuGarg6) December 14, 2025
Confrontation caught on camera
In the clip, gunshots can be heard as screams erupt and people scatter across the grass and between parked cars. Some individuals are seen crouching behind vehicles for cover, while others sprint away in fear, indicating widespread panic in the area. A man dressed in dark clothing is visible on the grass, firing a rifle as people flee in multiple directions.
Shortly afterwards, another man, wearing a white shirt and dark trousers, enters the frame. Keeping low, he moves cautiously from one car to another, using the vehicles as protection while slowly closing in on the gunman. Gunfire continues as he advances, while bystanders continue to run for safety.
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The man then suddenly charges at the gunman, tackling him near the boundary of the grassy area and the car park. A brief but violent struggle follows, during which the rifle is pulled away. Although the gunman manages to break free and runs across the grass, the bystander appears to secure the weapon before backing away.
As the attacker fled, another person was seen either giving chase or throwing an object in his direction. The footage becomes unsteady as sirens grow louder and shouting fills the background.
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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the incident as “shocking and distressing.”
"The scenes in Bondi are shocking and distressing. Police and emergency responders are on the ground working to save lives. My thoughts are with every person affected," he said in a statement.
Officials confirmed that one alleged shooter was killed, while another remains in critical condition. Multiple patients were treated, with several transported to St Vincent’s Hospital, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, and St George Hospital, according to ABC News. Police also confirmed that two individuals have been taken into custody.
