Sydney church bishop stabbed in 'terrorist incident' says he forgives attacker

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An Australian church bishop and priest who was stabbed in a 'terrorist incident' on April 16 said he is recovering quickly and has forgiven his attacker.

An Assyrian church bishop who was stabbed during a livestreamed mass outside of Sydney gave an update on his condition Thursday and said he had forgiven his attacker. A 16-year-old male suspect, who has not been publicly identified, was taken into custody following the attack Monday night at the Assyrian Christ The Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley. Authorities described the assault as a 'terrorist incident.' 'I am doing fine, recovering very quickly ...

Nearly 50 officers were injured, and 20 police cars were damaged in the riot, which is currently under investigation. In his message, Bishop Emmanuel urged members of his church to remain calm and respect the law. The attack happened just days after a stabbing spree at a mall in Sydney left six dead. Westfield Bondi Junction, the six-level shopping mall in Sydney, reopened Thursday to allow people inside to pay their respects to the victims, while stores remain closed. A white floral tribute was laid out on the second floor and businesses are expected to reopen on Friday, Reuters reported. Fox News Digital's Greg Norman and Reuters contributed to this report.

 

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