Man Charged with Stealing Camera Gear from Bondi Terror Victim

New South Wales police allege the man was present at a Hanukah gathering on 14 December, the day a gunman killed 15 people at Bondi Beach. Among the victims was a 61‑year‑old retired police officer and photographer whose camera equipment was taken in the aftermath of the shooting.

Investigators state the suspect, who worked as a photographer at the Hanukah event, stole the officer’s camera gear and later pawned it. During a search warrant executed in Sydney’s north‑western suburbs, police seized a camera, handcuffs, electronic devices, a small amount of white crystal powder, and additional electronics from a vehicle. The 35‑year‑old was arrested, taken to Riverstone station, and charged with larceny and disposing of stolen property.

The charges allege theft of personal property from a terror victim and the subsequent disposal of that property. If convicted, the man could face penalties under NSW larceny laws, which include fines and possible imprisonment. The case highlights how opportunistic crime can emerge in the wake of major incidents.