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Six Dead in Sydney Shopping Centre Stabbing Rampage, Assailant Shot by Police



In a tragic incident at Sydney's Westfield Shopping Centre in Bondi Junction, a man fatally stabbed six people, causing widespread panic among shoppers. The assailant, a 40-year-old male, was subsequently shot and killed by a police officer after he brandished a knife. The attack, which occurred on a busy Saturday afternoon, also left eight individuals wounded, including a 9-month-old baby. New South Wales Police have stated that the attack is not considered terrorism-related. The heroic actions of the female police inspector who intervened were credited with preventing further loss of life. Authorities assured the public that there is no ongoing threat following the incident. This event has drawn international attention, with expressions of shock and condolences from figures such as King Charles III and Pope Francis.





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