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Hero who Wrestled Gun from Bondi Shooter Identified as Ahmed al Ahmed

Sydney: A courageous bystander who disarmed one of the Bondi Beach attackers has been named as 43-year-old Ahmed al Ahmed. The incident, captured on video, shows Ahmed bravely wrestling the gun from the attacker and turning it on him, forcing the gunman to retreat.

Ahmed, a father of two and owner of a fruit shop, is currently in hospital recovering from surgery for bullet wounds to his arm and hand. His family reports that he is a hero who acted selflessly to save lives.

The attack, which occurred on Sunday night during a Hanukkah celebration, has left 15 people dead and dozens injured. Authorities have declared the incident a terrorist attack targeting the Jewish community.

Ahmed's family and community are rallying around him, praising his bravery and selflessness. "He is a hero, 100% he is a hero," said his cousin Mustafa. "He doesn't discriminate between one nationality and another. Especially here in Australia, there's no difference between one citizen and another," added Ahmed's father.

The nation mourns the loss of life and sends its thoughts and prayers to the victims and their families, while also celebrating the heroism of Ahmed al Ahmed.