According to ABC News, citing sources in law enforcement, one of the attackers had previously been investigated for possible connections to ISIS. The investigation is currently working to determine the motives behind the attack.
As a result of the shooting, 16 people died, and about 30 others were hospitalized with various injuries.
The Premier of New South Wales stated the need to review gun legislation in light of the incident.
Locals have created an improvised memorial at the site of the tragedy, bringing flowers in memory of the victims.
As reported by Bloomberg, American entrepreneur Bill Ackman decided to donate nearly $100,000 to the man who was able to disarm the terrorist during the incident in Sydney.
It is worth noting that the day before, the criminals began shooting at people on Bondi Beach during the celebration of the Jewish holiday Hanukkah, when about a thousand people had gathered there. An explosive device was also found at the scene.
