Alleged Bondi Attackers Operated Solo and Did Not Undergo Preparation in the Philippines, Authorities State.

The two alleged individuals who carried out the deadly attack at a Jewish event on Bondi Beach, resulting in 15 lives, reportedly acted alone, according to national authorities.

Authorities additionally revealed that Sajid Akram, 50, and his son Naveed Akram, 24, flew to the Philippines on 1 November. Their travel plans involved arriving in the main city Manila before traveling onward on the day of arrival to Davao City. The duo flew back to Sydney on 29 November.

Lack of Proof of Preparation During Stay

Police assert the individuals did not receive any type of attack-related coaching or "organizing" during their time in the Philippines. Preliminary findings from local officials suggest they "mostly stayed in" their accommodation.

The shooting—labeled as Australia's worst firearm massacre since 1996—has been officially classified as a act of terrorism.

"Our teams are actively analyzing the material," the commissioner stated, noting that initial reviews indicate that "the alleged offenders are alleged to have acted alone."

National law enforcement Chief Krissy Barrett told reporters on Tuesday that surveillance material showing the alleged gunmen's activities in the Philippines had been provided to domestic authorities.

"Our investigation shows little to no indication to suggest these suspects were members of a larger terrorist cell, or were acting on orders from overseas entities to perpetrate an incident," she stated.

Yet, the men were also not necessarily in the Philippines as tourists, the official added. She underscored that, since the investigation is continuing, additional details may emerge.

Motivation and Legal Charges

In prior statements, Australian leader Anthony Albanese said it appears both accused gunmen were "inspired by ISIS" ideology.

During the shooting, Sajid Akram was shot dead by police. He and his son Naveed—equipped with rifles—allegedly targeted attendees at the Hanukkah celebration.

Naveed Akram, who was hospitalised after the shooting, has been formally accused of 59 offences. These comprise 15 counts of murder and one count of carrying out a terrorist act. He is due to appear in court in April.

Immigration Particulars

In the aftermath following the shooting, immigration authorities in the Philippines indicated that the older suspect had entered the country using an Indian passport, while his son used an Australian passport.

The duo had declared the southern city of Davao as their intended endpoint. Their booked journey back to Australia was for Sydney.

Davao is a large urban center on the eastern side of Mindanao, the Philippines' primary island in the south. Historically, Militant militants have been known to operate in impoverished parts of southern and western Mindanao.