Brothers of Westfield Bondi Junction security guard Faraz Tahir say 'it was natural' and 'in his blood' to help others
Mr Tahir, who moved from Pakistan to Australia in October 2022 for a better life, confronted the assailant which likely allowed more people to escape the danger.Faraz Tahir, aged 30, was on duty at Westfield Bondi Junction when a man armed with a knife started attacking shoppers. He ran towards the danger to help. Picture: Facebook
A friend of theirs had flagged they were worried about Mr Tahir as they saw the news about the Westfield Bondi Junction attack, the shopping centre he was working in. Proudly speaking about his brother, Mudasar described him as a hero of the family but also"of the nation" and that he should be"proud of himself".
"He fought with that person he probably saved lots of lives. He did it for the Australian people," Mudasar said.The brothers have visited the floral tribute at Bondi. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Monique Harmer It is understood Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New South Wales Premier Chris Minns will be in attendance. Both are expected to speak.
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