Knife Attack at Orthodox Assyrian Church in Sydney

SOURCE npr.org
A 16-year-old boy carried out a knife attack at an Orthodox Assyrian church in Sydney, Australia, injuring a bishop and a priest during a church service. The attack was deemed an act of terrorism with a religious motive. Both victims are expected to survive. The suspect had a history of offenses and was not on a terror watch list. The incident sparked a riot outside the church, injuring several people, including police officers and the suspect.

Key Points

  • 16-year-old boy carried out a knife attack at an Orthodox Assyrian church in Sydney.
  • The attack was deemed an act of terrorism with a religious motive.
  • The suspect was not on a terror watch list but had a history of offenses.
  • Prime Minister condemned the violence and extremism.
  • The victims and suspect were hospitalized, along with injured police officers and other individuals.
  • The community responded by subduing the attacker and preventing further harm.
  • The incident followed a recent knife attack in a Sydney shopping mall.

Pros

  • The victims are expected to survive the attack.
  • The congregation was able to overpower the attacker and prevent further harm.

Cons

  • The attack resulted in injuries to the bishop, priest, the suspect, and several others.
  • The incident sparked a riot outside the church, causing further injuries.