Sixteen people are dead, including a gunman, and dozens of people have been injured after two men armed with high-powered guns opened fire at Bondi Beach on Sunday evening.

The terrorist attack was targeted at members of the Jewish community who had gathered at the popular tourist spot for a Hanukkah event.

The ages of the people who have died range from 10 to 87 years old.

Here’s what we know about the victims so far.

Adam Smyth

Adam Smyth, 50, has been confirmed as the 14th victim of the Bondi Beach shooting to be identified.

The father-of-four was walking along the beach with his wife, Katrina, on Sunday night when the alleged terror attack occurred.

“We are all trying to come to terms with the senseless shooting, of which Adam was a victim,” his family said.

“No words can describe the pain of our loss.

“Adam and Katrina were living their best lives together. Their shared love of family and friends, travel and sport — if not always the same team — made their time together truly special.”

He was remembered for his love of sports, especially his devotion to Liverpool FC, the Sydney Swans and the Manly Sea Eagles.

“We will forever cherish the time we have had with him. Adam was a generous and kind person who will be dearly missed and is forever irreplaceable,” his family said.

The family ended their statement with “You’ll never walk alone (YNWA)“, a signature phrase for Liverpool fans.

Boris Tetleroyd

Boris Tetleroyd, 68, a beloved husband and father, has been confirmed as one of the victims of the Bondi Beach shooting.

Tetleroyd was attending the Chanukah by the Sea event with his son Yakov when they were attacked, leaving Tetleroyd dead and Yakov in hospital.

Another of Tetleroyd’s children had posted on social media searching for him in the aftermath of the attack, before the family confirmed the tragic news the following day.

The family is “grieving the sudden and violent loss”, Tetleroyd’s niece Leia Roitour said on a GoFundMe page set up to support them.

Roitour said Tetleroyd was the family’s primary provider.

“We are deeply grateful for the compassion, prayers, and support already shown,” she said.

“Thank you for standing with our family during this unimaginable time.”

His family described him s a “gentle man, a gifted musician and a valued member of his community”.

“We honour his life and the love he so generously gave to those around him,” the family said.

He spent almost 30 years working with Transport for NSW.

“Boris began his Transport career with the Roads and Traffic Authority in 1998 and since worked in a range of roles across the technical design and engineering space,” Transport for NSW secretary Josh Murray said.

“He brought his highly respected skills and expertise to many roles and was a kind and generous colleague who will be deeply missed.

“This is incredibly difficult news and we extend our deepest condolences to Boris’s family and friends and offer unwavering support to his Transport colleagues.”

Tetleroyd is survived by his sons Yaakov and Roman and his wife Svetlana.

His remaining family, including his brother, aunt, nieces, nephews and cousins all “deeply loved him”.

Boris and Sofia Gurman

Boris and Sofia Gurman are believed to be the first two victims of the terrorist attack, after attempting to disarm Sajid Akram before he reached the footbridge.

Dashcam footage shows 69-year-old Boris wrestling with Sajid near Akram’s silver car, appearing to grab at the firearm during a struggle.

Both men fall to the ground, with Boris appearing to gain control of the weapon.

As he gets back to his feet, Boris is seen holding the gun and motioning toward Akram, seemingly trying to keep him at a distance.

Sofia, 61, is visible standing nearby.

In another video, Sajid appears to fire in the direction of where the couple had been standing before moving onto the footbridge.

The Gurmans later died at the scene, found holding each other.

Family friends described the loss as “sudden, senseless, and deeply painful” in a GoFundMe campaign set up to support the couple’s son.

The couple had been married for 34 years and were approaching their 35th wedding anniversary in January.

Sofia’s birthday is just on Wednesday.

“Boris and Sofia were longtime Bondi locals who loved their community and the life they had built there,” the fundraiser read.

“They were people of deep kindness, quiet strength, and unwavering care for others.

“Devoted to their family and to each other, their absence has left a void that cannot be filled.

“In the moments before their passing, Boris — with Sofia courageously beside him — attempted to intervene to protect others.

“This act of bravery and selflessness reflects exactly who they were: people who instinctively chose to help, even at great personal risk.

“While nothing can lessen the pain of this loss, we feel immense pride in their courage and humanity.”

Edith Brutman

Jewish woman Edith Brutman has been identified as one of the victims of the Bondi Beach attack.

Brutman had attended the Chanukah by the Sea event with Tibor Weitzen and his wife, and was sitting beside Weitzen at the time of the attack.

Weitzen, who was also killed, reportedly died while trying to protect his wife.

Matilda

Matilda, 10, a former student of the Harmony Russian School at Bellevue Hill, was among those killed in the shooting.

Her former language teacher described her as a “bright, joyful and spirited child”.

“Yesterday, while celebrating Hanukkah, her young life was tragically taken. Her memory will live on in our hearts,” Irina Goodhew said in a fundraiser she set up for Matilda’s mother.

Matilda’s aunty wrote on social media: “A great tragedy has happened to my family. Yesterday my beloved niece Matilda was killed during a terrorist attack in Bondi Beach.

“I don’t know how we survive such grief.”

Matilda was a former student of Harmony Russian School in Sydney.

The school said it was “deeply saddened” to hear of her passing.

“Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences go out to her family, friends, and everyone affected by this tragic event,” it said.

“During this difficult time, our school community stands together in mourning and remembrance.

“Her memory will remain in our hearts, and we honour her life and the time she spent as part of our school family.”

Marika Pogany

Marika Pogany, 82, was identified on Monday night.

Friends took to social media to express their shock and grief following her death.

“My beautiful friend Marika Pogany was killed at Bondi Beach! I can’t believe this happened,” Jude Komm wrote.

“May you rest in peace!”

Another friend shared a photo of Pogany from the event, writing: “Rest in peace, our dear friend.”

A statement from Pogany’s family said she was a beloved “a beautiful mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and steadfast friend whose warmth and energy touched countless lives”.

Her family revealed she had immigrated to Australia in 1968 from what was then Czechoslovakia. She became an Australian citizen four years later and “embraced her life as an Aussie from that point on”.

“She had an extraordinary gift for connecting with people. Her kindness, laughter, and generosity left a lasting mark on everyone she met, and her incredible network of friends was a true reflection of the love and loyalty she inspired,” the family said.

“Deeply devoted to her community, she gave her time and heart in service to others, delivering meals and helping people in need, embodying love in action.

“Though she is gone, her light will continue to shine brightly through the family and friends who were so blessed to have her in their lives. Forever our gorgeous Darlink.”

Tibor Weitzen

Tibor Weitzen, 78, was a member of Bondi’s Chabad Synagogue.

He had been attending the event with his wife and grandchildren and reportedly died after shielding his wife from gunfire.

Peter Meagher

Peter Meagher was a retired NSW Police officer and beloved member of the Randwick Rugby club.

His family said it was ironic that the former detective sergeant spent decades on the frontline, only to be struck down after retiring.

“Our family is heartbroken by the loss of our beloved Peter,” they said in a statement.

“He was a cherished brother, husband and uncle whose kindness, generosity and love touched everyone who knew him. Our lives have been changed forever.

“The tragic irony that Peter spent so long in the dangerous frontline as a police officer and was struck down in retirement while pursuing his passion for taking photos is hard to comprehend.”

Following his retirement from the force after 34 years, he had made a career out of photography.

He was on assignment in Bondi on Sunday, photographing the Chanukah by the Sea festival, when the terror attack occurred.

“We are grateful for the outpouring of support from friends and the community,” the statement continues.

“As we begin to come to terms with what has happened, we ask for privacy and the space to mourn together as a family.

“Our thoughts are with all those who have been affected by this tragedy.”

Meagher served as Randwick’s first grade team manager and was named WT (Bill) Outterside Club Volunteer of the Year in 2020.

He came from Rugby Union royalty, with his grandfather Wallabies Hall of Famer Francis Wallace “Wally” Meagher.

“We extend our sincere condolences to Peter’s family, friends and clubmates as well as all the victims of Sunday’s tragedy,” Rugby NSW said.

“Rest In Peace, Marzo.”

One friend said Meagher “actively gave back to society through his love of our sport, giving tirelessly”.

“This tragedy wasn’t just an attack on the Jewish community, it was an attack on our nation and way of life,” they said.

Rabbi Eli Schlanger

British-born Chabad Rabbi Eli Schlanger, 41, was a beloved religious leader and father of five.

His fifth child, a boy, was only just born in October.

Schlanger was known online as the Bondi Rabbi, and posted regularly about news and upcoming events in the Jewish community.

Just three weeks ago he had posted about the Chanukah By The Sea event at Bondi Beach.

Jewish leader Alex Ryvchin described Schlanger as “one of the jewels of our community” who would have been needed now more than ever.

“He’s the most positive, uplifting, hopeful, truly hopeful human beings I have ever met in my life,” he said.

“It’s difficult to contemplate how we will go on as a community with such loss.”

Ryvchin said the Rabbi had a “beautiful family” and the community was bereft.

Dan Elkayam

French national Dan Elkayam is among the dead, according to a post on X from President Emmanuel Macron.

“I learn with deep sadness of the death of our compatriot Dan Elkayam during the antisemitic terrorist attack in Sydney,” he wrote on Monday morning local time.

“I think of his family and loved ones and express to them the full solidarity of the Nation.”

French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noël Barrot said: “We mourn with his family and loved ones, with the Jewish community and the bereaved Australian people.”

According to French news outlet Le Parisien, Elkayam was a 27-year-old engineer who had arrived in Australia two years ago.

A friend told the publication Elkayam was a “true light” who was “always smiling”.

“He grew up in a housing project in Le Bourget, so you could say he truly represented suburban Jews. He really embodied diversity; he didn’t discriminate based on religion. He was a light for everyone.”

Elkayam was a Premier League 1 player for Rockdale Ilinden FC who on Monday described him as “an extremely talented and popular figure amongst teammates”.

“Our deepest and sincerest condolences to Dan’s family, friends and all that knew him,” the club said.

“He will be missed.”

His family revealed Elkayam was shot in the back while running away from the shooters, adding he was “murdered because he was Jewish”.

“He leaves behind his partner in Australia, as well as his parents, brothers, nieces, and nephews in Paris, France, where he was born and raised,” the family said.

“He was deeply proud of his community back home in Le Bourget.

“Dan loved life — fully and intensely. He travelled the world and was known for his gentle, kind, fun and loving nature, making friends wherever he went.

“Alongside football, he had a deep connection with nature. He was a certified scuba diver and an explorer at heart, always eager to discover new places, cultures, and experiences.

“Dan brought light wherever he went and inspired countless people through the way he lived. His smile could light up any room. He was pure joy — a beautiful and humble soul.

“To say that Dan will be missed is not enough. He was a person who truly wanted to do good in the world, to share his love of life and his sense of adventure with everyone around him.

“It is now our responsibility to carry forward the light that Dan spread. He was surrounded by loved ones from all walks of life and all communities, and in times as dark as these, we all have a duty to continue spreading kindness, compassion, and joy — in his name.”

Alex Kleytman

Holocaust survivor Alex Kleytman was shot in the back, according to his wife.

“I think it was (the wound) on the back. Blood (came) from his back,” Larisa Kleytman told The Australian.

“(On Sunday) in the middle of the celebrations (there were) shots and unfortunately my husband was killed.

“We were standing and suddenly came the ‘boom boom’ and everybody fell down. At this moment he was behind me and at one moment he decided to go close to me. He pushed his body up because he wanted to stay near me.”

Kleytman’s family remembered him as a “fascinating person of many talents and an unwavering spirit”.

“He survived the hardships of World War II in frozen Siberia, carrying with him a lifetime of extraordinary stories of resilience, survival, and unexpected luck,” his family said in a statement.

Deeply valued in his work as an engineer, his family have received number of emails and photographs from his former colleagues in the aftermath of the attack.

Kleytman then turned to writing two books about the lives of Jewish people in the Soviet Union after retirement.

“He loved his wife, Larisa, with unparalleled passion, the kind you only see in the movies,” his family said.

“He and Mum loved to dance and were quite good, winning a dancing competition at work.

“Alex discovered Judaism in his 50s and became observant after immigrating to Australia, where he married Larisa again on the 25th anniversary of their civil wedding, but this time according to Jewish law.

“Equally, he cherished Australia, the Australian way of life, the freedom, democracy, people, all of it.

“In his presence, no one could ever criticise anything about his beloved new home.

“Alex tragically doing what he loved most: protecting Larisa, standing proudly as a Jew, and celebrating the Festival of Lights.

“The two gunmen killed him, but his memories, his legacy, and his books will bring light for generations to come.”

Kleytman is survived by his wife, two children and 11 grandchildren.

“Loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and a passionate professional across many fields, you touched so many lives,” his family said.

“You will be deeply missed and never forgotten.”

Rabbi Yaakov Levitan

Rabbi Yaakov Levitan served as the secretary at the Sydney Beth Din, according to Jewish publication Chabad.org.

A friend of Levitan’s wrote on social media that he was beyond devastated.

“He ended his last message to me with, “peace and love brother.” That was the kind of person he was,” he said.

Reuven Morrison

Reuven Morrison was a member of the Chabad community who split his time between Melbourne and Sydney, Chabad.org reported.

He was originally from the USSR and had a wife and daughter.

Morrison’s daughter Sheina Gutnick has revealed her father had tried to stop one of the gunman, hurling projectiles at him.

His brave act was caught on camera and followed on from fellow hero Ahmed Al Ahmed, who managed to tackle the gunman and momentarily disarm him.

“From my sources and understanding, he had jumped up the second the shooting started. He managed to throw bricks at the terrorist,” Gutnick told CBS.

“I believe after Ahmed managed to get the gun off the terrorist, my father had then gone to try and unjam the gun, to try and attempt shooting. He was screaming at the terrorist.”

Moments later, Morrison was shot by the second gunman.