US EditionHero of Bondi Terror Attack Leaves Australia for Treatment
Ahmed Al Ahmed seeks specialist care in the US after five gunshot wounds in the Bondi Beach attack that killed 15, with FBI support during his treatment journey.
- On Monday, Ahmed Al Ahmed arrived in Los Angeles, California, to seek specialised treatment after wrestling a firearm at the December 14 Chanukah by the Sea event; he called it a `long journey, but a necessary one`.
- On December 14, the Bondi attack left 15 people dead and 40 injured, and Sajid Akram’s son Naveed faces charges including terrorism and 15 counts of murder.
- Al Ahmed suffered five gunshot wounds to his left arm and hand, underwent three rounds of surgery, was discharged from St George Hospital two weeks after the attack, and was met by FBI agents at Los Angeles International Airport.
- Praised alongside first responders, Ahmed Al Ahmed was recognised for bravery, with officials highlighting his role in stopping further killings and his CBS quote about saving innocent lives.
- Soon after public appearances, Ahmed Al Ahmed announced on social media he had travelled to the United States for specialised treatment and to New York City, documenting his recovery on Instagram/@ahmedalahmedsydney with over 5,000 followers.
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Bondi hero touches down in US for medical treatment
Bondi hero Ahmed Al Ahmed has touched down in New York City after flying to the United States for medical treatment.The 43-year-old, who was shot multiple times during the December 14 Bondi massacre, was flanked by FBI personnel as he arrived in Los Angeles for the first leg of his journey.Al Ahmed described his visit to the US as a "long journey, but a necessary one" as he seeks specialist treatment for his injuries.READ MORE: 'Doesn't feel …
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