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Parents' Plea: Don't Let Anger Fuel After Bondi Loss
18 Dec
Summary
- 10-year-old Matilda was the youngest victim of the Bondi Beach shooting.
- Her family urged the community to spread love in her honor.
- Matilda was killed during a Hanukkah event by two gunmen.
The family of Matilda, a 10-year-old tragically killed in the recent Bondi Beach attack, has made a heartfelt plea to the community. Speaking at a flower tribute, her parents urged mourners to channel their grief into love, rather than anger, in honor of their joyous daughter.
Matilda was the youngest of the 15 victims who lost their lives when two gunmen opened fire during a Hanukkah celebration on Sunday. The attack has sent shockwaves through Sydney and the wider community, prompting widespread grief and calls for action against antisemitism.
Her aunt, Lina Chernykh, echoed the sentiment, acknowledging the community's right to demand action against hate. However, she emphasized Matilda’s legacy of spreading love and encouraged everyone to follow her example in the wake of this devastating event.
