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PSNI to Increase Patrols Near Jewish Communities After Bondi Beach Shooting
Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan sought Garda assurances after the Sydney attack; patrols at Irish Jewish centres will increase and liaison inspectors appointed, Garda said.
- On Sunday, Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan sought assurances from Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly that there is adequate protection for the Irish Jewish community after gardai pledged increased patrols.
- Two gunmen opened fire at Bondi Beach, Sydney, causing at least 10 injuries and three deaths, while New South Wales Police reported at least 12 and at least 16 fatalities in differing counts.
- Liaison Inspectors have been appointed to engage with the Jewish community, a Garda press office said there will be increased patrols, and Justin Kelly, Garda Commissioner, will speak to Yoni Wieder, Chief Rabbi of Ireland, later today.
- O'Callaghan will attend a Hanukkah event on Monday to sympathise and stand in solidarity, while the Irish consulate in Sydney monitors events and reports no Irish citizens impacted.
- Senior Irish leaders condemned the attack and expressed sympathy as the Taoiseach said he was 'shocked and appalled' and Simon Harris, Tánaiste, called it 'horrified'.
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