Police did no risk assessment of Jewish festival before terror attack
NSW Police did not conduct a risk assessment for the Chanukah By The Sea festival at Bondi Beach, despite warnings from a Jewish security group about a likely attack. The police declined requests for a greater presence at the event, opting instead for intermittent mobile patrols. This decision was criticized after two alleged terrorists opened fire, resulting in multiple casualties.
- ▪NSW Police refused a request for a static police presence at the Chanukah festival despite warnings of a likely attack.
- ▪The police conducted no risk assessment prior to the event, relying on internal evaluations.
- ▪During the attack, only four police officers were present, leading to significant casualties.
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