Boris and Sofia Gurman, a Russian-Jewish couple from Sydney, were killed after bravely confronting an armed attacker near Bondi Beach on December 14, 2025. When they saw a man with a rifle and an extremist flag, Boris tackled him and knocked the weapon away while Sofia rushed to help. The attacker pulled out another gun and fatally shot them both. Their family later honored them as selfless, courageous people who acted without hesitation.
The attack, now declared a terrorist act targeting a Hanukkah gathering, left at least 15 people dead, including a 10-year-old girl. Several bystanders also tried to stop the violence, some losing their lives in the process. As Australia mourns, tributes have poured in nationwide, remembering the victims’ bravery and prompting renewed debate over security and gun safety.
