Information reaching Kossyderrickent has it that Smartly dressed security guard, Faraz Tahir, is an Australian hero and Pakistani refugee who escaped persecution a year ago.
The man who carried out a stabbing rampage in Sydney yesterday has been named as Joel Cauchi (40). Cauchi stabbed at least 17 people and six have passed away.
It is believed that Cauchi was known to police and had mental health issues.
“What we do understand so far is that there’s no ideological motivation,” NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb said.
Four of the victims have been named so far as Ashlee Good (38) and Dawn Singleton (25). Ashlee’s baby daughter was also stabbed. Ashlee managed to get help for her child by giving her to a passerby before she succumbed to her injuries. The baby is said to be in a serious but stable condition.
Dawn Singleton, daughter of prominent businessman John Singleton, has also been identified as one of the victims of the horrific stabbings.
Another victim, Jade Young was 47-year-old was a “much-loved” member of the Bronte Surf Lifesaving Club, which shared the news of her death with members in an email on Sunday morning.
“Many Club members will be affected by the loss of Jade and the impact of this senseless and tragic event will affect each of us differently over time,” the message, seen by news.com.au, read.
“We encourage you to seek support from family, friends, fellow Club members or to speak to your GP to assist you in processing this tragedy.
The only male victim to be killed in the horrific attack was identified on Sunday afternoon as Faraz Tahir.
The 30-year-old has been remembered by the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in a statement as “a dedicated security guard who tragically lost his life while serving the public during this attack”. Some reports say Faraz died while on his first day on the job.
“Faraz Tahir, aged 30, sought refuge in Australia just a year ago, fleeing persecution in his home country of Pakistan,” the statement read.
“He quickly became an integral part of our community, known for his unwavering dedication and kindness. 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