Who was Sydney stabbing attack victim, Faraz Tahir? Plus what happened to him at Westfield Bondi Junction shopping mall?

FARAZ Tahir was killed while working at the Bondi Junction Westfield shopping centre on Saturday, April 13, 2024.

But who was he and what happened to him?

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Faraz Tahir worked as a security guard at Bondi Junction Westfield[/caption]

Who was Faraz Tahir?

Faraz Tahir, 30, was one of the six victims of the 2024 Bondi Junction stabbings in Sydney on April 13, 2024.

He was working as a security guard in the shopping centre and according to DailyMail AUS it was his first week on the job.

Faraz was a refugee from Pakistan and came to Australia in 2023 having suffered from persecution in his home country.

Members of Australia’s Ahmadiyya community, which Faraz was a member of, held a vigil for him and the other victims on Sunday night, April 14, 2024.

A statement from the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community said: “It is with heavy hearts that we also mourn the loss of Faraz Tahir, a cherished member of our community and a dedicated security guard who tragically lost his life while serving the public during this attack.

“Faraz was not only a valued member of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Australia but also actively contributed to the charitable endeavours of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth organisation.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with Faraz’s family and loved ones during this difficult time, as well as with all the other victims and their families affected by this senseless act of violence. 

“We extend our deepest condolences and stand in solidarity with the broader community as we come together to support one another in the face of tragedy.

“We commend the swift response of the authorities and offer our full co-operation with the ongoing investigation. 

“The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community of Australia remains steadfast in its commitment to promoting peace, unity, and understanding in our society.”

What happened to Faraz Tahir?

Faraz Tahir had been stabbed by killer Joel Cauchi on Saturday April 13, 2024.

Five other people were killed during the attack, including four women between the age of 20 and 55 and a man in his 30s.

Cauchi was shot dead after he refused to drop his weapon and tried to attack the attending police officer.

Did Faraz Tahir have a wife or any children?

It is not known whether Faraz Tahir had a wife or any children.

The CEO of Scentre Group, the owner of Westfield, Elliott Rusanow issued a statement: 

Scentre Group, the owner of Westfield, has expressed its condolences to Mr Tahir.“Our deepest and heartfelt condolences go out to his family and all who are mourning the loss of loved ones.

“Our thoughts and concerns are also with the families and carers of those injured in the attack and the everyday heroes whose actions prevented further loss of life.

“Another member of our security team was injured and remains in hospital.

“This news is deeply felt by our Westfield Bondi team, our security partner GLAD and the entire Scentre Group team.”