Accused Bondi Beach Gunmen Acted Alone and Did Not Undergo Instruction in the Philippines, Police State.

The two suspected attackers responsible for the fatal attack at a Hanukkah gathering on Bondi Beach, which claimed 15 lives, appear to have been lone actors, according to national law enforcement.

Authorities additionally revealed that the 50-year-old Sajid Akram, and his 24-year-old son Naveed Akram, 24, journeyed to the Philippines on 1 November. Their travel plans involved landing in the main city Manila before connecting on the day of arrival to Davao City. The pair returned to Sydney on 29 November.

No Evidence of Preparation During Visit

Authorities indicate the individuals did not undergo any type of terrorist training or "planning" during their stay in the Philippines. Preliminary findings from local authorities indicate they "rarely left" their accommodation.

The attack—labeled as Australia's most severe firearm massacre since 1996—has been officially classified as a act of terrorism.

"We are currently reviewing the footage," she said, explaining that early reviews indicate that "the two men are alleged to have operated independently."

National law enforcement Commissioner Krissy Barrett informed the press on Tuesday that security camera video showing the alleged gunmen's movements in the Philippines had been provided to Australian authorities.

"Our investigation shows no evidence to suggest these alleged offenders were affiliated with a wider terrorist cell, or were directed by external parties to carry out an attack," the police chief emphasized.

Yet, the pair were also not in the Philippines on a leisure trip, she added. She stressed that, since the investigation is continuing, fresh information might come to light.

Ideology and Legal Proceedings

Earlier, the nation's leader Anthony Albanese commented it seems both alleged gunmen were "influenced by ISIS" beliefs.

During the incident, Sajid Akram was shot dead by police. He and his son Naveed—both armed with rifles—are accused of having shot participants at the Hanukkah celebration.

Naveed Akram, who was hospitalised after the attack, has been formally accused of 59 charges. These include 15 charges of murder and one count of perpetrating a act of terrorism. He is due to face court in April.

Travel Information

In the days following the attack, immigration authorities in the Philippines stated that the older suspect had entered the country using an Indian passport, while his son used an Australian passport.

The two had listed the metropolis of Davao as their final destination. Their pre-arranged journey back to Australia was for Sydney.

Davao is a expansive urban center on the eastern side of Mindanao, the Philippines' main southern island. It is noted that, Islamist fighters have reportedly operate in less developed parts of southern and western Mindanao.