World · Singapore Bureau
90-year-old woman dies months after Sydney Hanukkah shooting
Eva Geller, 90, has died in hospital nearly 11 months after sustaining gunshot wounds at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney's Bondi area. Her death marks a significant development in one of Australia's most prominent recent mass shooting incidents.
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Ms Geller succumbed to injuries sustained during the attack on the Jewish community gathering in April 2024. She had remained hospitalised throughout the intervening months as she recovered from the gunshot wounds.
The incident at the Bondi Hanukkah event resulted in multiple casualties and injuries, shaking the local Jewish community and prompting widespread discussion about community safety and security in Australia.
Ms Geller's death underscores the long-term impact of gun violence on survivors and families affected by such incidents. The circumstances surrounding the original shooting remain a matter of ongoing public concern and investigation.
The passing of Ms Geller, one of the oldest victims of the attack, has renewed focus on support services for survivors and their families dealing with the physical and psychological aftermath of the incident.