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Influencer Raises $2.5M for Bondi Beach Shooting Victim

12/19/2025

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On December 19, 2025, in Sydney, influencer Zachery Dereniowski presented a cheque for A$2,533,585 to Ahmed al Ahmed for his Bondi Beach intervention.
The funds were raised by more than 43,000 contributors, including billionaire Bill Ackman.
Australia's Prime Minister and the state premier praised Ahmed's bravery during their hospital visit.
The shooting occurred on December 14, 2025.
Authorities allege that a 50-year-old father and his 24-year-old son were responsible.

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On December 19, 2025, in Sydney, influencer Zachery Dereniowski presented a cheque for A$2,533,585 to Ahmed al Ahmed for his Bondi Beach intervention.
The funds were raised by more than 43,000 contributors, including billionaire Bill Ackman.
Australia's Prime Minister and the state premier praised Ahmed's bravery during their hospital visit.
The shooting occurred on December 14, 2025.
Authorities allege that a 50-year-old father and his 24-year-old son were responsible.