Suspect in Sydney Jewish Festival Shooting Appears in Court

The alleged shooter faces charges for the deadly attack that left 15 dead.

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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A man accused of killing 15 people in a mass shooting during a Jewish festival on Bondi Beach in Sydney appeared in court for the first time on Monday since being arrested for the deadly attack.

Why it matters

The shooting at the popular annual Jewish festival has shaken the local community and raised concerns about security at large public events in Sydney.

The details

Police allege the 32-year-old suspect opened fire indiscriminately on the crowd at the festival, killing 15 and injuring dozens more before being apprehended by authorities. The motive for the attack is still under investigation.

  • The shooting occurred on February 14, 2026 during the annual Bondi Beach Jewish Festival.
  • The suspect was arrested shortly after the attack and has now appeared in court for the first time on February 16, 2026.

The players

Suspect

A 32-year-old man accused of carrying out the deadly mass shooting at the Bondi Beach Jewish Festival.

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What they’re saying

“This was a horrific and senseless act of violence that has devastated our community. We will not rest until justice is served.”

— Samantha Goldstein, President, Bondi Beach Synagogue (Sydney Morning Herald)

What’s next

The suspect is being held without bail and is expected to enter a plea at his next court appearance on February 28th.

The takeaway

The shooting has prompted renewed calls for tighter security measures at large public events in Sydney to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.