As things stood, the licence held by one of the suspects entitled him ⁠to own the weapons ⁠he had, NSW police commissioner Mal Lanyon told reporters.
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Moneycontrol15-12-2025, 09:10

Bondi attack: Licensed suspect with 6 guns prompts Australia gun law scrutiny

  • Bondi attack, leaving 15 dead, has shaken Australia's confidence in its gun control system.
  • One suspect in the Bondi attack possessed a gun license and six registered weapons.
  • The incident has prompted calls to review and potentially toughen Australia's gun laws.
  • NSW Premier Minns is considering fast-tracking new gun legislation and an audit of gun licenses.
  • Despite low gun homicide rates, the number of legally held guns in Australia now exceeds pre-1996 levels.

Why It Matters: Bondi attack challenges Australia's strict gun laws, raising safety concerns.

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